Senior Mechanical Engineer, District Utilities (Hybrid)

wileywilson; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Hybrid work

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Wiley|Wilson in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with district utilities expertise to lead planning, design, and delivery of district heating and cooling projects. You will guide central plant and distribution system design, mentor junior staff, and support client-driven energy solutions.

Requirements include 10+ years in district thermal utilities, a PE license, and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in district thermal utility systems, generation and distribution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• ABET-accredited Mechanical Engineering degree required.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and design for district thermal systems (hot water, chilled water, steam).
• Support central plant and distribution system design across projects.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers.
• Contribute to business development within district utilities.
• Perform analyses including life cycle cost evaluations and optimize performance.

Skills

District heating/cooling

Project leadership

Mentorship

Life cycle cost analysis

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Wiley|Wilson in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with district utilities expertise to lead planning, design, and delivery of district heating and cooling projects. You will guide central plant and distribution system design, mentor junior staff, and support client-driven energy solutions.

Requirements include 10+ years in district thermal utilities, a PE license, and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from ABET-accredited program.