Senior Mechanical Engineer - Lead Complex Projects

Coffman Engineers; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Coffman Engineers in Dallas, TX seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of experience and a valid PE license to lead design on healthcare, federal, higher education, and industrial projects. You will mentor engineers, guide project teams, and drive business development while expanding the mechanical practice across Texas.

The role focuses on leading design from concept to construction, ensuring code compliance, and delivering high-quality, innovative solutions in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• PE license (Mechanical) required.
• 10+ years of experience required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of IBC, IMC, IECC, IPC, NFPA.
• Fully proficient in ASHRAE standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineer for complex healthcare, federal, higher education, industrial, and mission critical projects.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight for HVAC, plumbing, and central utility system design from concept through construction.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and client criteria.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, owners, and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Perform and oversee engineering calculations, system analyses, equipment selection, and basis of design development.
• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, staffing, and technical performance.
• Support construction administration activities including submittals, RFIs, and site observations.
• Mentor mechanical engineers, designers, and EITs.
• Establish and promote best practices, quality standards, and continuous improvement.
• Support business development activities and client engagement.
• Expand Dallas office presence in target markets through technical expertise and relationships.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships for repeat business.
• Participate in recruiting and developing talent.

Skills

PE license

10+ years exp

HVAC design

Project leadership

Mentoring engineers

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Energy modeling

Job description

Coffman Engineers in Dallas, TX seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of experience and a valid PE license to lead design on healthcare, federal, higher education, and industrial projects. You will mentor engineers, guide project teams, and drive business development while expanding the mechanical practice across Texas.

The role focuses on leading design from concept to construction, ensuring code compliance, and delivering high-quality, innovative solutions in a collaborative,