Senior Mechanical Engineer PE - Data Center MEP (Hybrid)

gpac; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its Houston building systems team. You will lead HVAC and plumbing design for data centers, telecom centers, commercial, healthcare and education projects from concept through construction administration, and you will mentor junior engineers.

The role offers a hybrid schedule with clear paths to senior leadership. gpac provides full benefits,401(k) match, PTO, and support for PE licensure and continuing education.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering.
• Active PE license, or ability to get Texas licensure by comity.
• 8+ years of building MEP design experience at a consulting engineering firm.
• Strong working knowledge of ASHRAE standards, IMC/IPC, and energy codes.
• Experience with Revit MEP, AutoCAD, and load software such as Trace 3D Plus or HAP.
• LEED AP or healthcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, including load calculations, equipment selection, and energy analysis.
• Produce and stamp construction documents, specifications, and calculations.
• Act as the main mechanical point of contact for clients, architects, and contractors.
• Coordinate with the electrical and structural disciplines, and review shop drawings and RFIs.
• Mentor and QA/QC the work of junior engineers and designers.
• Make site visits and handle construction administration.

Skills

HVAC design

Plumbing design

Fire protection

Client coordination

Mentoring junior engineers

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Trace3D Plus

HAP

Job description

gpac is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its Houston building systems team. You will lead HVAC and plumbing design for data centers, telecom centers, commercial, healthcare and education projects from concept through construction administration, and you will mentor junior engineers.

The role offers a hybrid schedule with clear paths to senior leadership. gpac provides full benefits,401(k) match, PTO, and support for PE licensure and continuing education.