Senior Mechanical Engineer: Campus Systems & Projects

Berkeley Lab; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Berkeley Lab in Berkeley, CA seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead and optimize campus mechanical systems, troubleshoot issues, and support world-class science projects. You will serve as SME for mechanical, plumbing, and specialty systems, drive problem-solving, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure safety, reliability, and compliance with codes.

Join a multidisciplinary team and contribute to infrastructure modernization while advancing a mission to deliver science solutions to the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in construction, operation and maintenance of mechanical systems (6+ years with a Master’s).
• HVAC, plumbing, and complex system knowledge in research environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical issues via trend review and diagnostics.
• Interpret, redline, and sketch mechanical drawings and specs.
• HVAC/plumbing design including load calculations and equipment sizing.
• Understand HVAC control sequences and analyze system data for reliability.
• Lead engineering outcomes in a matrix/owners-rep context without direct supervision.
• Strong communication; commitment to safety and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for mechanical, plumbing, and specialty plumbing systems.
• Lead problem-solving efforts and set priorities with stakeholders.
• Conduct failure investigations, performance reviews, and testing.
• Evaluate system spare capacity for equipment installations.
• Develop conceptual designs and scopes of work with cross-discipline coordination.
• Specify equipment replacements for performance and cost benefits.
• Improve documentation, diagrams, and procedures to reflect current conditions.
• Support infrastructure planning and modernization for leadership decisions.
• Use CMMS to manage work orders and track asset history and trends.
• Collaborate with external consultants/contractors on assessments and replacements.
• Maintain master specs, design guidelines, and standard details.
• Support design/construction with scope, reviews, submittals, RFIs, walkthroughs, and commissioning.

Skills

HVAC design

Plumbing systems

Troubleshooting & diagnostics

System performance optimization

Documentation & drawings

Project coordination

Leadership without supervision

Communication skills

Safety & compliance

Professional Engineer license (CA)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

IBM Maximo

Job description

Berkeley Lab in Berkeley, CA seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead and optimize campus mechanical systems, troubleshoot issues, and support world-class science projects. You will serve as SME for mechanical, plumbing, and specialty systems, drive problem-solving, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure safety, reliability, and compliance with codes.

Join a multidisciplinary team and contribute to infrastructure modernization while advancing a mission to deliver science solutions to the