Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

McKim & Creed, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Competitive pay and leave benefits

Growth opportunities and training

Professional development programs

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Clearwater, Florida, is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to oversee mechanical design projects for various facility types, including healthcare and education. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, with 8-15 years of experience and a Professional Engineer license in Florida. The role offers competitive pay, growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment, supporting a cleaner and more efficient future.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of experience in mechanical design for buildings.
• Registered Professional Engineer in Florida with NCEES.
• Ability to travel to various project locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline project teams for mechanical systems.
• Generate mechanical design drawings using REVIT and AutoCAD.
• Act as client interface for projects.

Skills

Mechanical systems design

Client communication

Team leadership

Organization

Technical aptitude

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural Engineering with mechanical focus

Tools

Autodesk REVIT

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

McKim & Creed has a reputation for state‑of‑the‑art engineering services that help energy users and providers convert facilities to cleaner, more efficient energy sources; harness the power of renewables; and optimize existing infrastructure and resources. Our highly respected team of engineers, planners and project managers are committed to the innovation, sustainability and resource efficiencies that lead to a cleaner, safer and more sustainable future.

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our Building, Energy and Infrastructure (BEI) Group within our Clearwater Florida team. If you want to work at a company that will help you become the best you can be, we’re glad you found McKim & Creed. We look forward to learning about your passion and experience.

What To Expect Day-To-Day

• This person is a technical lead as part of a multi‑discipline project team on projects in the Buildings, Energy, and Infrastructure group, in support of Mechanical (HVAC, plumbing and fire protection) systems for facility types including healthcare; higher education; institutional facilities; federal, state and local government; K‑12 education and other commercial/industrial facilities.
• This person may serve as the Lead Mechanical Engineer for projects, producing design/construction drawings and specifications and ability to act as the Engineer of Record for the work they perform and the subordinates they supervise.
• Acts as the Client interface for projects they lead.
• Undertakes and directs evaluations of mechanical equipment/systems and prepares design computations and assessments.
• Generates and oversees mechanical design/construction drawings utilizing REVIT and AutoCAD software.
• Observes mechanical construction progress and generates field observation reports.
• Assesses the condition of mechanical systems within existing facilities.
• Responsible for completion of mechanical design tasks within budget and on schedule.
• Assists in the development of subordinate staff in mechanical design best practices.
• Communicates and coordinates the design, writing of reports and correspondence with other discipline professionals, as well as representatives of the Client’s organization to complete work efficiently.
• Stays current with local, state & federal design standards and regulations.
• Helps develop new work and clients related to mechanical design services for healthcare; higher education; institutional facilities; federal, state and local government; K‑12 education & support; and other commercial/industrial facilities.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural Engineering with mechanical focus, from an ABET‑accredited university.
• 8‑15 years of documented applicable experience working on facilities similar to those described above.
• Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Florida, with current NCEES.
• Resides in the Tampa Bay/Clearwater Area with Florida based experience.
• Ability to work in person a minimum of three (3) days weekly in our Clearwater office.
• Ability to travel to project locations and client meetings throughout southwest, central, east and north Florida. Travel beyond this primary area may occasionally also be required.
• Significant experience using Autodesk REVIT gained in a similar design‑related field. Experience with AutoCAD is also required.
• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of software, as well as Bluebeam.
• Strong knowledge of the ASHRAE Standards commensurate with their years of experience.
• Ability to climb ladders and perform field survey duties.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle and criminal record.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• A process‑oriented individual with strong organization, technical and communication skills.
• A solid communicator, able to take and understand directives from Project Manager and Senior Mechanical Engineer and coordinate efforts with design team.
• Excellent Client communication skills with an interest in developing new business and a desire to be on a career path to an Engineering Group Manager in 2‑5 years.
• Able to complete work consistently with flexibility to accommodate varying project demands.
• Experience leading the design efforts of subordinate staff.
• Maintains a high level of precision and accuracy and is methodical in their approach to work.
• Has a high technical aptitude, interested in technology and staying current in their field.

What We Offer

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay + paid holidays, bereavement and parental, medical, and military leave.
• Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options.
• Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more.
• Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities.
• Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team. If you want to work at a company that will help improve the future of the communities where we live, work and play, we’re glad you found McKim & Creed.

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McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.