Senior Mechanical Engineer

AllSTEM Connections; Calabasas (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AllSTEM Connections is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer / MEP Project Manager in Calabasas, CA. This senior role leads design of HVAC, plumbing, hydronic piping, compressed gas, and fire protection systems for complex commercial, educational, and institutional buildings.

You will guide projects from schematic design through construction, develop energy models, and coordinate with architects, contractors, and other disciplines. A CA PE license and 15+ years in consulting are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering; master's preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of mechanical engineering experience in a consulting design firm.
• Active California Professional Engineer license held for at least 8 years.
• Strong HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system design experience.
• Experience leading engineering projects and managing technical teams.
• Experience with educational facilities, DSA approvals, and City of Los Angeles permitting.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, BIM 360, Bluebeam, and EnergyPro.
• Strong knowledge of California building codes and energy requirements.
• Excellent communication, project management, and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design for HVAC, plumbing, hydronic piping, compressed gas, and fire protection systems.
• Manage projects from schematic design through construction administration and closeout.
• Develop energy models, equipment calculations, specifications, and studies.
• Design and coordinate building automation systems, HVAC controls, and sequences of operations.
• Oversee drawings and deliverables using Revit, AutoCAD, BIM 360.
• Lead engineers and designers while coordinating with architects and contractors.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, proposals, and client relationships.
• Support California DSA and City of Los Angeles plan review and approvals.
• Review contractor submittals, respond to RFIs, and attend site meetings for compliance.

Skills

HVAC design

Plumbing design

Fire protection

Project management

Team leadership

Client relations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's preferred

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM 360

Bluebeam

EnergyPro

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer / MEP Project Manager

Location: Calabasas, CA

Schedule: Primarily onsite; hybrid may be considered

Experience: 15+ years

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer / MEP Project Manager to lead the design and execution of complex commercial, educational, and institutional building projects. This position is ideal for a seasoned engineering professional with a strong consulting design background, technical leadership experience, and expertise in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design for HVAC, plumbing, hydronic piping, compressed gas, and fire protection systems.
• Manage projects from schematic design and design development through construction documents, bidding, construction administration, and closeout.
• Develop energy models, equipment calculations, specifications, and engineering feasibility studies.
• Design and coordinate building automation systems, HVAC controls, and sequences of operations.
• Oversee engineering drawings and deliverables using Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM 360.
• Lead engineers and designers while coordinating with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, proposals, and client relationships.
• Support California DSA and City of Los Angeles plan review and approval processes.
• Review contractor submittals, respond to RFIs, and attend site meetings to ensure design compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required; master's preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of mechanical engineering experience within a consulting design firm.
• Active California Professional Engineer license held for at least 8 years.
• Strong HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection system design experience.
• Experience leading engineering projects and managing technical teams.
• Experience with educational facilities, DSA approvals, and City of Los Angeles permitting.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, BIM 360, Bluebeam, and EnergyPro.
• Strong knowledge of California building codes and energy requirements.
• Excellent communication, project management, and client-facing skills.

Preferred: LEED BD+C accreditation, Hydrotec software experience, high-rise building systems design, and prior experience as a Senior Project Manager or Principal Engineer.

Candidates residing near Calabasas are strongly encouraged to apply. Some travel to project sites and client meetings is required.