Senior HVAC Mechanical Engineer – Building Systems Lead

WSP; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 118,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Lead HVAC Mechanical Engineer in Hamilton, NJ to drive high-level mechanical design across building projects. You’ll guide concept to commissioning, coordinate with PMs and senior engineers, and ensure conformance with codes and standards.

Ideal candidates have 7–10 years’ experience, a PE license, and strong communication and collaboration skills. Master’s degree and LEED/HAZWOPER certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program.
• 7 to 10 years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior mechanical design experience for a consulting engineering firm.
• Engineer license required.
• Comprehensive knowledge and interpretation of code compliance requirements and industry standards
• Strong organizational, prioritization, decision making and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong influencing and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a highly collaborative team environment
• Ability to consistently set goals and meet deadlines and adapt to flexible responsibilities
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
• Experience with Deltek or Project Resource Management software is preferred
• Ability to meet and exceed client expectations
• Master’s Degree in Engineering (preferred)
• LEED certification desired
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred
• Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired

Responsibilities

• Apply high-level mechanical engineering techniques and processes to identify improvements across project phases.
• Perform professional mechanical engineering work and inspect site conditions for conformance with standards.
• Design mechanical systems including calculations of heating and cooling loads.
• Select and layout mechanical equipment such as pumps, chillers, fans and boilers.
• Develop construction and installation plans, specs, and cost estimates.
• Manage mechanical design and construction from inception to completion on projects.
• Incorporate advanced technologies and modeling techniques for proper installation and operation.
• Coordinate and review installation design plans for data integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations addressing engineering issues and opportunities.
• Attend meetings with architects, owners and managers to discuss projects.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners and authorities on funded improvement projects.
• Stay current with latest mechanical engineering practices.

Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Eng.

Professional Engineer (PE) license

7–10 years experience

Code compliance knowledge

Strong communication skills

Project management

MS Office proficiency

Deltek / PRM experience

Independent & collaborative work style

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Deltek

Project Resource Management software

Job description

WSP is seeking a Lead HVAC Mechanical Engineer in Hamilton, NJ to drive high-level mechanical design across building projects. You’ll guide concept to commissioning, coordinate with PMs and senior engineers, and ensure conformance with codes and standards.

Ideal candidates have 7–10 years’ experience, a PE license, and strong communication and collaboration skills. Master’s degree and LEED/HAZWOPER certifications are a plus.