Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer

PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 122,300 - 151,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Employer-paid health insurance

401(k) profit-sharing

Job summary

PAE CONSULTING ENGINEERS INC in San Francisco, CA is seeking an Experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead project teams and deliver designs from concept through construction. You will prepare comprehensive calculations, narratives, drawings, and specifications, coordinate with clients and external partners, and ensure adherence to building codes and standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, PE or equivalent credential, and 2–4 years of mechanical engineering experience (or 5–10

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
• PE license or credential preferred.
• 2–4 years mechanical engineering experience (or 5–10 years related work).
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to motivate a team.
• Strong communication and design option presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Revit/AutoCAD and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to deliver on time and on budget.
• Prepare narratives, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Attend client meetings and coordinate with partners and internal teams.
• Guide projects from concepts through construction using engineering judgment.
• Design mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Develop detailed work plans and assign tasks clearly.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary work and ensure code compliance.
• Oversee calculations, equipment selection, and site visits.
• Provide mentorship and training to staff.
• Maintain and update master specifications and standards.
• Build and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Attention to detail

Delegation

Organizational skills

Energy modeling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering (PE)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Level: ExperiencedJob Location: San Francisco, CA 94105Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Engineering

What You’ll Do

• Lead project teams and manage discipline to ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery.
• Prepare engineering deliverables—including narratives, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Attend client meetings and coordinate efforts between external partners and internal project teams.
• Apply engineering judgment to guide projects from concepts through construction.
• Design mechanical systems, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and perform energy modeling.
• Assemble effective project teams and develop detailed work plans, tasks, and assignments.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary work and interpret building codes and mechanical standards.
• Oversee engineering calculations, equipment selection, and site visits.
• Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to staff.
• Update master specifications and company standards to improve processes.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Implement the project quality management plan (QMP).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Professional engineering credential (e.g., PE).
• Minimum 2–4 years of mechanical engineering experience (or 5–10 years of related work).
• Prior leadership experience and ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Technical expertise in mechanical engineering concepts and effective communication of design options.
• Strong delegation and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Revit/AutoCAD.

What We Offer

Hiring Base Salary Range: $122,300–$151,100 annually.

Additional compensation includes overtime pay at one-and‑half time rates and annual performance‑based reviews.

Benefits

• Employer‑paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Annual 401(k) profit‑sharing plan.
• Professional development reimbursements for state registration and association dues.
• Employer‑paid commuter/parking stipend.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Life insurance and disability benefits.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Nine paid holidays plus an additional employee‑selected day.
• Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays, and vacation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PAE does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation

PAE will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship.