Sr. Mechanical Engineer

WSP; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 115,200 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to support projects at Fort George G. Meade Army Base, MD. The role involves mechanical design, site investigations, and coordination with a cross-functional team to meet client objectives.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, strong AutoCAD/Revit skills, and the ability to obtain a US Government-issued Secret clearance. Some travel to client sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong proficiency with AutoCAD design software.
• Experience with engineering design and construction management.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical engineering design and production support from inception through construction.
• Apply analytical methods and software tools (e.g., REVIT, AutoCAD) to solve technical problems.
• Develop construction and installation plans and coordinate with owners and other disciplines.
• Prepare data visualizations, reports, and technical drawings for project execution.
• Ensure QA/QC and comply with applicable codes, standards, and permits.
• Provide guidance and training to junior engineers and support staff.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Description

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for aSr. Mechanical Engineerto work atFort George G. Meade Army Base at Fort Meade, MD. Be involved in projects with ourWSP USA Solutions Inc. Teamand be a part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges.

Your Impact

• Performance of mechanical engineering design and production support from project inception through construction.


• Leverage analytical and design skills and ability to solve complex technical problems in professional discipline.


• Utilize advanced analytical techniques and computer software tools and applications (i.e. REVIT, AutoCAD, Trace 3D Plus) in solving technical/mechanical engineering problems.


• Perform engineering studies, requirements development and programming, engineering site investigations and evaluation, facility criteria development, facility requirements development, budget and programming support, analyses, and program execution.


• Determine well-defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction.


• Perform professional mechanical engineering work and conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, usage, and mechanical systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits.


• Develop construction and installation plans, specifications, preparing construction safety and phasing plans and updating building layout plans that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.


• Incorporate design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications (SpecsIntact, UFGS); implementing future-ready solutions with mechanical engineering design standards (Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)).


• Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects, assist with laying out installation of equipment, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, schematics, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.


• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, technical drawings, spreadsheets, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.


• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.


• Assist with development and scoping of medium-sized projects.


• Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers.


• Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or opportunities.


• Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for moderate- to high-level risk installation, equipment operations, and/or mitigation activities.


• Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and record compliance and retention.


• Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.


• Remain current in latest mechanical engineering techniques and practices.


• Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with building authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.


• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.


• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.


• Strong proficiency in and previous hands-on application of AutoCAD design software.


• 7+ years of experience with Electrical Engineering design.


• Ability to obtain a US Government-issued Secret clearance.


• Due to client requirements, US citizenship is required.


• Proficient knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, practices, processes, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues.


• Experience with building and infrastructure planning, design, and construction management; including active involvement in a variety of rehabilitation and new design projects.


• Working knowledge of relevant mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.


• Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.


• Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.


• Ability to plan and conduct inspections and investigations on various aspects of the construction and design of facilities, structures and systems, applying applicable regulations and policies.


• Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.


• Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.


• Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.


• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, Revit), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.


• Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, load calculations, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.


• Ability to assertively direct others in the field such as subcontractors and others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.


• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.


• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.


• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.


• Availability to accommodate in-office work schedule as per client requirements, which includes up to 4 days at client site at Fort Meade military base.

Preferred Qualifications

• 12 years’ experience in mechanical systems.


• Current Professional Engineer registration in mechanical discipline.


• Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) system.


• Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $115,200 - $150,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 91724


• Posting Date 07/22/2026, 09:41 PM

About Us

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

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The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

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