Mechanical Engineering Department Manager

Thomas Young Group; Northern, Los Angeles (KY, CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership role with influence over方向

Job summary

Thomas Young Group in Los Angeles, California, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Department Manager to lead the mechanical engineering team, oversee project delivery, and ensure technical quality and compliance across projects.

The role involves acting as the main client contact, managing relationships, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders, and supporting engineers' growth and development.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a California PE license.
• 13+ years of US experience, ideally in California.
• Strong background in client management and leading projects.
• Experience working across multidisciplinary teams.
• Confident communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Solid understanding of relevant codes and ASHRAE standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading the mechanical engineering team and overseeing project delivery
• Acting as a key contact for clients and managing relationships
• Supporting and developing engineers within the team
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
• Driving regional growth and contributing to business development
• Ensuring technical quality and compliance across projects

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

California PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Department Manager

About the company:

The consultancy is known for its work across sustainable and energy focused projects, with a strong technical approach to design and delivery. Working across a diverse mix of sectors, the team has built a reputation for consistent delivery. There is a clear focus on progression, giving senior engineers the support and autonomy to step into leadership roles while staying close to evolving industry standards.

They are now looking to appoint a Mechanical Engineering Department Manager in LA to support the next phase of growth.

What you'll be doing

Leading the mechanical engineering team and overseeing project delivery

Acting as a key contact for clients and managing relationships

Supporting and developing engineers within the team

Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders

Driving regional growth and contributing to business development

Ensuring technical quality and compliance across projects

What we're looking for:

Degree in Mechanical Engineering with a California PE license

13+ years of US experience, ideally in California

Strong background in client management and leading projects

Experience working across multidisciplinary teams

Confident communication and organizational skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office

Solid understanding of relevant codes and ASHRAE standards

More reasons to apply:

Leadership role with real influence over team direction

Clear pathway toward senior leadership

Competitive compensation package

Exposure to complex and technically detailed projects

Supportive environment focused on long term growth