Senior Mechanical Engineer: Building Systems Lead (HVAC)

WSP; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,800 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in San Diego, CA to lead mechanical building systems design across healthcare, life sciences, commercial and education projects. You will mentor junior engineers and coordinate with architects and owners.

The role requires an EIT, 5–7 years of experience, strong HVAC knowledge, and proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD. Travel may be required. This is an opportunity to deliver technically challenging projects within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or architectural engineering or closely related field.
• 5–7 years of post-education mechanical building systems experience.
• EIT certification required.
• Experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems for commercial, institutional, or complex building projects.
• Strong understanding of building systems, codes, and standards.
• Proficient with Revit and AutoCAD; proficient with engineering analysis software.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to travel occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and coordination of multiple building projects from concept through construction.
• Provide technical expertise in HVAC systems, hydronic systems, air distribution systems, automatic temperature controls, and energy-efficient building solutions.
• Prepare and review mechanical engineering studies, calculations, technical reports, construction documents, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate closely with architects, owners, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Participate in client meetings and serve as a trusted technical advisor throughout project execution.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews of engineering deliverables.
• Support project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource coordination.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Perform field investigations, site assessments, and construction administration activities.
• Assist with proposals, client presentations, and business development initiatives.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct while adhering to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Skills

HVAC systems design

Building systems knowledge

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Client interaction

Mentoring

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or closely related discipline

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Engineering analysis software

Job description

WSP is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in San Diego, CA to lead mechanical building systems design across healthcare, life sciences, commercial and education projects. You will mentor junior engineers and coordinate with architects and owners.

The role requires an EIT, 5–7 years of experience, strong HVAC knowledge, and proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD. Travel may be required. This is an opportunity to deliver technically challenging projects within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.