Principal Mechanical Engineer

Engtal; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Northern California seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer to drive its Healthcare Engineering practice. The role combines technical excellence with business strategy, focusing on innovative, sustainable designs in healthcare environments. You will lead high-impact projects, mentor teams, and deepen relationships with key clients, driving the firm's market presence.

Qualifications

• 15+ years experience in mechanical engineering with PE required.
• Deep expertise in healthcare MEP systems and codes.
• Leadership in project delivery and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for healthcare facilities.
• Mentor a team of engineers and design professionals.
• Oversee design delivery, QA/QC, and financial performance.

Skills

Leadership

Healthcare design

Sustainable design

Business development

Team mentoring

Job description

Principal – Healthcare Mechanical Engineering

Location : San Francisco, CA | Industry Leader in A / E Design

Are you a senior mechanical engineer with a passion for healthcare design and a vision for leadership? An award-winning design firm is seeking a Principal-level Mechanical Engineer to drive its Healthcare Engineering practice in Northern California.

This is a client-facing leadership role that combines technical excellence with business strategy. You'll help grow the healthcare market presence, shape design standards, and lead high-impact projects that prioritize innovation, sustainability, and integrated design.

What You'll Do :

• Lead mechanical design for hospitals, ambulatory care centers, and medical office buildings
• Build and mentor a growing team of engineers and designers
• Partner with architecture and MEP leaders across the region
• Drive business development and deepen relationships with key healthcare clients
• Oversee design delivery, QA / QC, team resourcing, and financial performance

What You Bring :

• 15+ years of experience in mechanical engineering (PE required)
• Deep expertise in healthcare MEP systems, codes (NFPA 99, ASHRAE 170, CA Building Code)
• Proven leadership in project delivery, client engagement, and business growth
• Strong understanding of sustainable design in healthcare environments
• Experience with Design-Build, IPD, or Design Assist preferred
• HFDP, LEED AP, or PMP is a plus

Join a firm that’s redefining healthcare environments for future generations through collaborative, forward-thinking design.

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Principal Mechanical Engineer • Sunnyvale, CA, United States