Mechanical Engineering Manager: Lead Design & HVAC

Nova Talent Solutions; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off, including holidays

401K with company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid bereavement leave

Supplemental benefits including 100+%?

Job summary

Nova Talent Solutions is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead its mechanical design team across multiple projects in Ames, IA. The role focuses on engineering accuracy, staff development, and process improvement, with PE license required.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical leadership, hands-on design experience in HVAC, piping, and plumbing, and a proven ability to coordinate with consultants and clients throughout project lifecycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical, construction, or related engineering fields.
• 5+ years of leadership or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, piping, and plumbing systems.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all engineering and design work produced by the team.
• Manage full cycle design and layout of projects.
• Prepare detailed and conceptual engineering designs for reviews.
• Apply expertise in HVAC, piping, and plumbing systems.
• Ensure timely and accurate engineering documentation.
• Liaise with external consultants and vendors.
• Coordinate schedules between staff and project managers.
• Participate in client meetings and design reviews.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards and best practices.
• Mentor and evaluate engineering staff.
• Manage multiple projects with varying scope.
• Use Navisworks, Revit, and AutoCAD.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership/Management

Project management

HVAC systems knowledge

Piping & Plumbing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field

Tools

Navisworks

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Nova Talent Solutions is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead its mechanical design team across multiple projects in Ames, IA. The role focuses on engineering accuracy, staff development, and process improvement, with PE license required.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical leadership, hands-on design experience in HVAC, piping, and plumbing, and a proven ability to coordinate with consultants and clients throughout project lifecycles.