Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical

Stark Tech; Buffalo (NY); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off & Holidays

401(k) with employer match

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life and Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Senior Project Engineer – Mechanical to transform mechanical system requirements into high-performance, energy-efficient solutions. The role requires expertise in HVAC, project leadership, and collaboration across multiple engineering domains. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience and strong communication skills, and the position offers opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical building systems or energy-driven infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience leading projects and managing engineering or cross-functional teams.
• Professional certifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Transform mechanical system requirements into high-performance, energy-efficient solutions.
• Lead projects from conceptual design through construction support and commissioning.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver systems that perform as designed.

Skills

HVAC system design

Load calculations

Equipment selection

Air distribution

Fluid distribution

Central plant systems

Mentorship

Customer-facing communication

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Modeling and analytics software

Job description

Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical

Company: Stark Tech

We are a total optimization provider of facilities and energy solutions, leading the market with cutting‑edge services that integrate systems, offer energy‑efficient equipment, and provide building analytics to help customers meet sustainability goals. Our large‑scale equipment converts waste to renewable natural gas, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and enhances utility grids with microgrid, battery energy storage, and solar development solutions. Join Stark Tech to be part of the future of energy transformation.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• HSA employer contribution
• Life and Disability insurance
• Wellness Program (participation incentives)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive pay
• Career development

How do you excel in this position

As a Senior Project Engineer – Mechanical, you will transform mechanical system requirements into high‑performance, energy‑efficient, fully integrated building solutions. You will lead projects from conceptual design through construction support and commissioning, applying deep expertise in HVAC, hydronics, central plant systems, and air distribution to ensure every design is safe, code‑compliant, and optimized for long‑term reliability. You will bridge early pre‑construction solutioning with detailed engineering and field execution, collaborating across mechanical, electrical, structural, controls, and architectural teams to deliver systems that perform as designed in the real world. Through technical leadership, clear communication, and mentorship of engineering and design staff, you will elevate project quality, improve constructability, reduce risk, and strengthen Stark Tech's reputation for delivering high‑performance mechanical infrastructure.

What are we looking for

• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Advanced degree a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical building systems or energy‑driven infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience leading projects and managing engineering or cross‑functional teams.
• Professional certifications are highly desirable.

Technical Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in HVAC system design, load calculations, equipment selection, air and fluid distribution, and central plant systems.
• Experience defining sequences of operation and integrating mechanical systems with BAS platforms.
• Proven ability to conduct system retrofits, upgrades, and performance optimization analyses.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable codes, safety standards, and environmental/regulatory considerations.
• Skilled in creating Basis of Design documents, narratives, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Experience coordinating mechanical designs with electrical, structural, controls, and architectural teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and industry software tools for modeling, analytics, and design.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and influence cross‑functional project teams.
• Strong customer‑facing communication skills.
• Ability to convert technical value into meaningful business outcomes for customers and internal stakeholders.

Working with us

Our fast‑growing organization offers competitive pay, a positive work environment, and opportunities for career growth. If you are a motivated individual with accountability, resiliency, and a dedication to exceptional customer service, we encourage you to get in touch.

Compensation

The advertised compensation range for this position is competitive and determined by candidate knowledge, job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Facilities Services