Senior Mechanical Engineer

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Houston, Texas. The role involves leading mechanical engineering projects, providing technical leadership, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring high-quality design solutions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years of experience, and a Professional Engineer's license. Proficiency in tools like Revit and energy modeling software is essential. The position offers competitive benefits and a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience in industrial design and construction industry.
• Proficient in technical writing for engineering studies.
• Strong working knowledge of Revit including schedules and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering and design on projects.
• Provide QAQC services in alignment with quality process.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in continuing education programs.
• Oversee load calculations, systems design, and signing/sealing of documents.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in in-house continuing education.

Skills

Technical writing

Proficiency in MS Office

Proficiency in PDF tools

Energy modeling

Budget tracking

Team leadership

RFP scope

Engineering studies

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

10+ years of engineering experience

Current Professional Engineers license in the U.S.

LEED AP preferred

Tools

Revit

IESVE

Bluebeam Revu

Adobe Acrobat

Bluebeam Revu/Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Your Opportunity

We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join Stantec’s Buildings practice, supporting the planning, design, and delivery of mechanical building systems across a range of complex projects. In this role, you will provide technical leadership, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to high-quality, sustainable design solutions while mentoring junior staff and supporting project execution.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering and design on projects and serve as the engineer of record;
• Provide QAQC services in alignment with firm Quality Process Manual;
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Design Managers/Project Engineers for deliverables and Basis of Design;
• Oversee load calculations, systems design, cross-discipline coordination, and signing and sealing of contract documents;
• Conduct LCCA Analysis
• Mentor junior engineers and participating in in-house continuing education programs;
• Coordinate with Department Head and Focus Leads for resource allocation;
• Manage Construction Administration phase of a project including submittal review, RFI responses, and site visit proficiency;
• Strong working knowledge of Revit, including Revit Schedules and sequences of operation;
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Technical writing experience and proficiency;
• Proficiency in MS Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Proficiency in PDF tools such as Bluebeam Revu or Adobe Acrobat
• Proficiency in energy modeling using a IESVE or other current DOE-2 modelling software (ASHRAE 140 Compliant)
• Knowledge in scope definition, design schedule management, coordination with other disciplines, design document creation, and quality reviews;
• Budget tracking throughout design;
• RFP scope definition and resource estimation;
• Perform engineering studies for highly technical clients whose details include but are not limited to phased system loading, payback analysis, and knowledge of industry trends;
• Technical writing for engineering studies, Basis of Design documents, Sequence of Operations documents, and narratives for non-technical audiences explaining engineering concepts to facilitate decision-making;
• Leading a team of Engineers and Designers on multiple projects;

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• 10 or more years of engineering experience in industrial design and construction industry with a current Professional Engineers license in the U.S.
• LEED AP preferred

Disclaimer

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/Casual Employees

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.

Union Note

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Location

Primary Location: United States | TX | Houston

Organization: BC-4011 Buildings-US Acquisition PSP Houston BE

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 17/11/2025 08:11:28

Req ID: 1003078

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.