Senior Mechanical Engineer: Building Systems

WSP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 97,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Job summary

WSP in Dallas, TX is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Property & Buildings Team. You will lead mechanical design and analysis for infrastructure, building, and construction projects, with emphasis on temperature control, air distribution, hydronic and plumbing systems.

The role offers mentorship, career development, and collaboration within a global engineering firm, with opportunities to grow technical and leadership skills while delivering high-quality, compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5–7 years of post-education experience in engineering.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and design/build processes.
• Experience with building and infrastructure planning, design, and construction management.
• Knowledge of reducing hazardous substances and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to manage small to mid-size projects and guide junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop data collection and analysis methods from sites, surveys, drawings, and reports.
• Perform engineering work and assess site conditions for conformance with standards.
• Develop construction plans, specs, and cost estimates with safety and phasing considerations.
• Apply modeling, load calculations, and design requirements for proper installation.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and drawings for presentation.
• Mentor entry-level engineers and provide guidance on projects.
• Ensure QA/QC and regulatory compliance across work streams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver multi-site projects.

Skills

Engineer in Training Certification

Project management

Team collaboration

Technical writing

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

CAM

Job description

WSP in Dallas, TX is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Property & Buildings Team. You will lead mechanical design and analysis for infrastructure, building, and construction projects, with emphasis on temperature control, air distribution, hydronic and plumbing systems.

The role offers mentorship, career development, and collaboration within a global engineering firm, with opportunities to grow technical and leadership skills while delivering high-quality, compliant solutions.