Senior Mechanical Engineer & Project Lead — Hybrid

Actalent

Washington

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

Application generator

Don’t send a generic resume — generate a resume and cover letter tailored to this exact role.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Profit sharing

Bonuses

Hybrid work

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Actalent in Seattle, WA is hiring a Sr. Mechanical Engineer / Project Manager for a hybrid role supporting large-scale MEP consulting projects.

The candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage budgets and schedules, and serve as Engineer of Record on building systems projects. With 6–12+ years in mechanical engineering and MEP consulting, the role requires strong HVAC knowledge, Revit proficiency, and client relationship skills.

Qualifications

6-12+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience in building systems.
Experience in MEP consulting environment.
PE license strongly preferred.
Experience in project management and engineering leadership roles.
Strong knowledge of HVAC and mechanical building systems design.
Proficiency with Revit.
Experience using AutoCAD.
Proven ability to manage projects, schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
Strong understanding of project financials, resource allocation and operational performance.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
Experience mentoring and developing engineering staff.
Ability to work from Seattle or Spokane office.

Responsibilities

Lead multidisciplinary project teams while managing budgets, schedules, resources and deliverables.
Serve as Lead Engineer and/or Engineer of Record on building systems projects.
Provide technical leadership throughout design, engineering, and project execution.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and exceptional service.
Present engineering solutions and design concepts to clients, architects, contractors, and stakeholders.
Participate in project interviews and business development activities.
Manage project financial performance, including resource planning, billing, and profitability.
Mentor junior engineers and support professional development across engineering teams.
Contribute to company standards, technical procedures, and operational improvements.
Support quality assurance efforts and ensure adherence to project Quality Management Plans (QMP).
Coordinate with internal disciplines and external partners to ensure successful delivery.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to design processes and workflows.