Senior Project Mechanical Engineer

Olgoonik; City of Oneida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Olgoonik is seeking a Senior Project Mechanical Engineer to join our Oneida, NY team. The role leads design, coordination, and administration of complex mechanical and HVAC systems for major new construction, renovations, and upgrades.

You will mentor junior staff, oversee project scope, budgets, and schedules while ensuring compliance with NY Codes and client requirements. The position is based in Oneida with potential fieldwork and travel.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical engineering experience with building systems for government, industrial, and commercial facilities.
• Expertise in MEPF engineering including HVAC load calculations, air handling units, boiler systems, and digital controls.
• Experience managing large, multi-disciplinary projects from conception to completion.
• Experience with construction administration including punch lists, contractor coordination, and permitting.
• Deep knowledge of building codes and standards (NYS Energy Code, NYS Mechanical Code, NFPA).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of high-performance HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, including sustainable and renewable energy solutions.
• Conduct field inspections and system assessments.
• Develop and approve detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications, ensuring compliance with codes and client requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, budgets, and schedules.
• Oversee resolution of complex technical challenges during project execution.
• Provide construction administration services, including reviewing submittals and RFI responses.
• Serve as a primary client contact and maintain strong relationships.
• Lead project risk assessments, resource allocation, and quality assurance activities.
• Contribute to business development through proposals and project scoping.

Skills

AutoCAD

BlueBeam

ProCore

Submittal Exchange

Renewable energy design

Education

NYS Professional Engineer Registration preferred

PE registration in other states beneficial

Tools

None

Job description

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Senior Project Mechanical Engineer

Regular Full Time Oneida, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1901

Salary Range: $120,000.00 To $160,000.00 Annually

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview:

FPM Group, a well-established multi-discipline engineering, architecture, and environmental services firm, has been a trusted provider of innovative solutions since the 1960s. Our diverse project portfolio includes building renovations, MEPF systems, public works, infrastructure development, and environmental compliance. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer to join our team at our Bohemia and Oneida locations.

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will serve as lead designer and project manager, overseeing the design, implementation, and administration of complex mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for major new construction, renovations, and system upgrades. You will provide strategic guidance, mentor junior staff, and ensure project success for clients across government, industrial, and commercial sectors.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of high-performance HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems, including sustainable and renewable energy solutions, across all project phases.
• Conduct field inspections and system assessments.
• Develop and approve detailed engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and other team members to define and refine project scope, objectives, budgets, and schedules.
• Oversee the resolution of complex technical challenges during project execution, offering innovative and timely solutions.
• Provide construction administration services, including reviewing submittals, shop drawings, RFI responses, and contractor coordination.
• Serve as a primary client contact, maintaining strong relationships through regular project updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring satisfaction.
• Lead project risk assessments, resource allocation, and quality assurance activities.
• Contribute to business development by supporting proposal preparation, project scoping, and strategic planning.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers and design staff.
• Participate in performance reviews, project staffing, and training initiatives to build team capabilities.
  Education and Experience Requirements:
• 8+ years of mechanical engineering experience, with extensive experience in building systems design for government, industrial, and commercial facilities.
• Proven expertise in MEPF engineering, including conceptual design, HVAC load calculations, air handling units, boiler systems, and digital control systems.
• Experience managing large, multi-disciplinary projects from conception to completion.
• Experience with construction administration, including punch lists, contractor coordination, and permitting.
• Deep knowledge of building codes and standards (e.g., NYS Energy Code, NYS Mechanical Code, NFPA).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD and project management software (e.g., BlueBeam, ProCore, Submittal Exchange).
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to lead technical decision-making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects.
• Familiarity with renewable energy systems and sustainable design.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• NYS Professional Engineer Registration is preferred.
• Professional Engineer Registration in other states is beneficial.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to occasionally stand; walk; sit; use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; operate office equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds.

Primarily office-based with travel to project sites for field inspections and client meetings as needed. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to be able to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle tools and controls; operate vehicles and equipment, reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; see, talk, hear.

Compensation:

Salary range: $120,000 to $160,000, depending on experience, expertise, and market alignment.

Olgoonik is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. As an Alaska Native corporation, Olgoonik provides hiring preference to Olgoonik shareholders, descendants, and their spouses to the extent allowed by law.