Mechanical Engineer Healthcare Facilities Design at Stantec San Francisco, CA

Stantec; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 111,300 - 161,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Wellness program

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for Healthcare Facilities Design in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will apply building mechanical engineering principles, deliver projects on schedule and on budget, and mentor junior engineers.

Requirements include six+ years in healthcare design, strong knowledge of HVAC and plumbing, and familiarity with California codes, OSHPD, NFPA, IBC, and LEED. A PE license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Healthcare project design experience.
• Ability to lead complex healthcare projects with measurable outcomes.
• Knowledge of codes and standards (California, OSHPD, NFPA, IBC, LEED).
• Strong design and documentation capabilities.
• Experience with BIM and coordination with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and deliver healthcare projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Design and develop mechanical systems for healthcare facilities (HVAC, plumbing, medical gas).
• Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Coordinate with project leaders, architects, and contractors to meet objectives.

Skills

Healthcare design

Project leadership

BIM Revit

Communication skills

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Mechanical Engineer – Healthcare Facilities Design

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

The Mechanical Engineer – Healthcare Facilities Design will allow you to apply building mechanical engineering principles, your superior client‑service skills, and project‑management best practices to deliver projects that meet project requirements, exceed client expectations, and achieve financial and other objectives. Working within our thriving buildings practice, you will contribute to project‑delivery standards and work processes, provide quality control, workload forecasting, financial performance accountability, and collaborate with other disciplines.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning, execution, and delivery of healthcare projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Design and develop mechanical systems for healthcare facilities, including HVAC, plumbing, and medical gas systems.
• Work collaboratively with project leaders, architects, design partners, peers, contractors, and other project stakeholders to define project objectives, deliverables, and success metrics, develop innovative and practical solutions, and meet the project’s conditions of satisfaction.
• Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers, providing guidance on design principles, best practices, and project execution.
• Implement risk‑management strategies to proactively identify and mitigate potential project challenges.
• Conduct design reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to best practices in mechanical design.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by analyzing project outcomes and implementing best practices.
• Establish strong relationships with healthcare providers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure design alignment with project objectives.
• Engage with external partners, including vendors and regulatory agencies, to ensure compliance and integration of project design.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure project requirements are met.
• Apply critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to assess project variables and develop reliable design solutions.
• Prepare detailed design documents, specifications, and reports.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare design standards and regulations.
• Participate in or lead project meetings and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Actively contribute to the overall technical growth of the mechanical team.
• Apply strong mechanical engineering skills, experience, and knowledge to the design and oversight of building projects.
• Manage and plan the production resources and workflow to produce the design documentation, drawings, and calculations required for mechanical engineering projects.
• Effectively delegate work to production support staff.
• Nurture existing client relationships and proactively pursue opportunities for new business.
• Develop project proposals.
• Proactively pursue additional knowledge in related disciplines by attending available in‑house and external training.
• Maintain awareness of operational, technical, or regulatory changes within Mechanical Engineering and AEC, disseminate such knowledge to staff and firm, and integrate it into existing processes and standards.
• Develop and maintain industry relationships and visibility with current and prospective clients, sub‑consultants, and partner firms in the local and regional A/E industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in project design within the healthcare sector.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex healthcare projects with measurable outcomes.
• Fundamental knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including California building codes, OSHPD regulations, IMC, IPC, NFPA, IBC, ASHRAE, LEED, and green‑building requirements.
• A commanding knowledge of technical issues supporting delivered design services.
• Deep technical understanding and working knowledge of building systems, including HVAC and plumbing.
• Fundamental understanding of NFPA99, ASHRAE170, and the FGI Guidelines as they specifically apply to hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and medical office buildings.
• Ability to apply logic, reasoning, and organizational skills to develop concepts and ideas and evolve them into project deliverables.
• Familiarity with and ability to produce project‑related documents and documentation standards required of a project leader.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and polished presentation and public‑speaking skills.
• Ability to integrate design elements with other disciplines to deliver a coordinated design.
• Strong client communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and experience to identify and manage items of risk that may occur on projects.
• Knowledge and experience to identify and manage potential unanticipated scope.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and analytical thinking.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A passion for mentoring and developing engineering talent within the organization.
• Passion for engineering innovation and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Strong working knowledge of BIM software Revit.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
• Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Minimum six years of relevant experience in project design within the healthcare sector, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and/or demonstrated skills.
• Professional Engineering license is strongly preferred.
• Six years of OSHPD experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with Lean Construction and IPD projects is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with the design guidelines and standards of lead healthcare clients such as Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, UC Davis, etc., is a plus.
• PMI Project Management Professional certification, LEEDAP credential, and familiarity with various construction delivery processes, such as Design Assist and Design‑Build, are preferred.
• Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods; field work may include exposure to the elements, including inclement weather.

Salary Range

SF Area $111,300 – $161,300 (minimum and maximum pay range for positions located in California – SF Area includes SF, SJS, and WLC). The final agreed‑upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. Certain roles are bonus eligible.

Benefits Summary

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Wellness program
• Health savings accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase program
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability plans
• Emergency travel benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional membership fee coverage
• Paid family leave
• Ten paid holidays annually
• 10–20 days of vacation per year
• Paid sick leave (in accordance with state and local law)
• Other benefits for temporary/casual employees, including 401(k) and paid leave (as applicable)

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans.