Sr Mechanical Engineer

Zohorecruit; East Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Design Hire is seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineer in East Ridge, TN, to lead HVAC design on diverse building projects and coordinate multi-discipline teams. The role blends technical design, project leadership and client development in a high-quality engineering environment.

Qualified candidates have 10+ years of A/E mechanical experience, a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, and a Tennessee PE license. The position emphasizes mentorship, code compliance, and strong client communication.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional A/E experience in mechanical engineering and building design.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• Tennessee Professional Engineer (PE) license is required.
• Advanced knowledge of plumbing, fire protection, process piping and related systems.
• Experience supporting building renovation and multi-discipline design projects.
• Demonstrated leadership to mentor engineers and coordinate teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC design efforts and develop integrated mechanical solutions for complex building projects.
• Prepare and oversee construction documents, reports, specifications, and other deliverables.
• Perform mechanical analysis and option/cost-benefit analyses to evaluate solutions.
• Direct construction administration, coordinate field issues with contractors and teams.
• Provide mechanical project management including scheduling, budgeting, proposals and business development.

Skills

HVAC design

Project leadership

Client development

Project management

Construction administration

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tennessee PE License

Job description

East Ridge, United States

Design Hire is seeking a Sr Mechanical Engineer who will contribute to diverse projects, including new construction and building renovation projects, while working closely with professionals across multiple disciplines. This is an opportunity for an experienced engineer to combine technical expertise, project leadership, and client development in a team that values high-quality engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC Design efforts and develop integrated mechanical solutions for complex building projects from initial concepts through final delivery.
• Prepare and oversee Construction Documents, Engineering Reports, technical specifications, and other project deliverables while maintaining design quality and consistency.
• Perform Mechanical Systems Analysis, Design Option Analysis, and Cost-Benefit Analysis to evaluate alternatives and recommend effective project solutions.
• Direct Construction Administration activities, coordinate field issues, and collaborate with contractors, clients, and multidisciplinary project teams throughout project execution.
• Provide Mechanical Project Management, including Project Scheduling, Project Financial Management, Proposal Writing, and Business Development activities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Professional A/E Experience with increasing responsibility in mechanical engineering and building design.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Tennessee Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
• Advanced knowledge of Plumbing Design, Fire Protection Design, Process Piping Systems, and other building mechanical systems.
• Experience supporting Building Renovation Projects and complex Multi-Discipline Design assignments.
• Demonstrated Mechanical Engineering Leadership with the ability to mentor engineers, coordinate technical teams, and provide project direction.
• Strong understanding of applicable mechanical codes, industry standards, building requirements, and engineering best practices.
• Strong client communication and relationship-building skills with experience supporting A/E Services, proposals, and long-term Business Development opportunities.

Design Hire is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affi­rmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility if hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.