Senior Mechanical Engineer - Sustainable HVAC & Energy Lead

SmithGroup; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Hybrid work environment

3 weeks PTO in first year

8 federal holidays

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Wellbeing resources

Parental leave

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Career coaching

Professional development

Job summary

SmithGroup Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC systems design, energy modeling, and project delivery. You will mentor staff, engage with clients, and help advance sustainable design initiatives across healthcare, science, and education projects.

The role requires a PE license, a strong background in energy performance improvement, and ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams in a hybrid office environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience designing HVAC systems and energy modeling.
• PE registration is required; LEED AP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering efforts through all project stages and contribute to marketing and discipline management.
• Promote energy efficiency, sustainability, and resilience in projects.
• Establish project goals, budgets, and schedules; track performance and ensure quality control.
• Meet with clients and project teams to address mechanical issues and foster relationships.
• Present engineering solutions to clients and review boards; mentor junior staff.
• Support recruitment and participate in performance coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Energy modeling

Communication

HVAC systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

PE license required

LEED AP preferred

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SmithGroup Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC systems design, energy modeling, and project delivery. You will mentor staff, engage with clients, and help advance sustainable design initiatives across healthcare, science, and education projects.

The role requires a PE license, a strong background in energy performance improvement, and ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams in a hybrid office environment.