Mechanical Engineer

Actalent; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Employee growth & mentorship

Job summary

Actalent in Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design across diverse projects. You will guide junior engineers, manage budgets and schedules, and contribute to business development while coordinating multi-discipline teams.

The role blends field work, design, and construction administration in a hybrid office setting, with opportunities to mentor staff and engage with clients on project opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience designing HVAC, plumbing, process piping, and fire protection systems for building projects.
• Proficiency in mechanical design with a focus on HVAC for building projects.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• North Carolina PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and analysis of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for buildings and renovations.
• Coordinate mechanical project team to meet goals and standards.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and project profitability.
• Support business development and client relationships.
• Prepare proposals and contribute to client presentations.
• Mentor junior engineers and support professional growth.

Skills

HVAC system design

Leadership to junior engineers

Client communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

Revit

Job description

Job Description

Senior Mechanical Engineer role sits within a multidisciplinary building engineering division that delivers complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural engineering services. You will lead the design and analysis of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for new construction, renovations, additions, special structures, and design/build projects. The position combines hands-on field work, detailed design, and construction administration, while also providing leadership to junior engineers and contributing to business development and client relationship growth.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the mechanical engineering team to develop concepts, design strategies, detailed construction documents, and engineering reports for new buildings and renovation projects.
• Provide mechanical leadership on large, multi-discipline design projects, including HVAC, plumbing, process piping, and fire protection system design.
• Perform technical analysis of design options and complete cost-benefit comparisons to support informed decision‑making by project owners.
• Communicate technical findings and design recommendations clearly to clients, supporting them throughout the design and construction process.
• Direct and coordinate the mechanical project team to achieve project goals, maintain design quality, and meet technical standards.
• Manage the financial performance of mechanical engineering projects, including monitoring budgets, controlling costs, and supporting profitability.
• Oversee project schedules for mechanical engineering work, ensuring milestones and deadlines are met.
• Lead and support client and business development activities to grow the mechanical engineering practice.
• Prepare and contribute to proposals to initiate new business opportunities and secure future projects.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to encourage repeat business and long‑term partnerships.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, supporting their technical development and professional growth.
• Participate in field work and site visits as needed to support design verification, coordination, and construction administration.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of experience with a professional architecture/engineering (A/E) services firm is preferred.
• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• Proficiency in mechanical design with a focus on HVAC system design for building projects.
• Experience designing HVAC, plumbing, process piping, and fire protection systems for a variety of building types.
• Strong writing skills, including the ability to prepare clear engineering reports, project correspondence, and proposals.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong verbal communication skills to interact effectively with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
• North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• Experience using Revit MEP and Revit for mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working within a multidisciplinary building engineering environment that includes mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural services.
• Background in new construction, renovations, additions, analysis, special structures, and design/build projects.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership to junior engineers and contribute to a culture of mentorship and growth.
• Experience with client-facing responsibilities, including technical presentations and ongoing client communication.
• Proven ability to support or lead proposal development and other business development initiatives.
• Interest in long‑term professional growth within an employee-focused, growth‑oriented engineering environment.

Work Environment

The role is based in a building engineering division that delivers integrated mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural services for a diverse range of projects. The team operates in a collaborative, employee-owned environment with a strong culture, award‑winning workplace recognition, and a clear focus on employee growth and mentorship. Engineers work with modern design tools, including Revit and Revit MEP, to produce coordinated mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection designs. The position will be located in a new office space in an uptown setting, providing a professional, modern workplace. The organization emphasizes strong client relationships, repeat business, and exposure to diverse project types, offering a dynamic and engaging work environment focused on quality, collaboration, and professional development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

The position is based in our new office space in Uptown, offering an employee-owned firm environment with a strong culture. We are an award-winning workplace focusing on employee growth and mentorship. Our firm maintains strong client relationships with a variety of diverse project types.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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