Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Voltairinc; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work options

401k plan with company match

Education assistance & professional development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Houston, Texas is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer with strong expertise in mechanical design and project management. The role includes creating HVAC designs, managing project scopes, budgets, and schedules, while mentoring junior engineers. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, a PE license, and extensive experience in managing commercial building projects. The firm offers a competitive compensation package and flexible hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in mechanical engineering management.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the relevant state.
• Proficiency in local, state, and national codes.

Responsibilities

• Create mechanical engineering designs for HVAC and other systems.
• Manage project budgets and timelines effectively.
• Supervise and mentor project design engineers.

Skills

Mechanical engineering design

Project management

Communication skills

Revit MEP proficiency

Cost containment strategies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

Microsoft O365

Job description

Position Overview

The Sr. Mechanical Engineer will apply their professional and technical expertise to designing mechanical engineering concepts and options that align with the owner’s vision for each project. This individual should have a comprehensive understanding of the consulting engineering process and the contractual documents which are involved.

Responsibilities

• Determine the scope of assigned projects and utilize software programs to create the mechanical engineering designs including HVAC and other mechanical systems.
• Managing all business aspects of multiple concurrent projects, review accuracy of contract documents and ensure financial targets are met while maintaining established quality standards
• Define appropriate project scope, establish budgets, cost estimates and project schedules to write proposals. Develop and follow work plans and manage the design process to the available hours in the work plan
• Act as the liaison with the customer and project staff to properly identify and process scope changes, address issues, communicate regarding project milestones, etc.
• Proactively manage any possible scope of work variances to ensure client satisfaction and that projects stay on track. Respond to RFIs and accurately review submittals
• Manage project related correspondence and documents through designated document management systems
• Perform engineering studies and design analyses to determine cost‑effective system layouts, quantities/sizes, and specifications, also verify code compliance of the system designs.
• Supervise and mentor select assistant project managers and project design engineers on the project team.
• Preparation and layout of BIM drawings and coordination with all other disciplines at all phases of project production, including schematic design phase, design development phase, permitting phase, and construction documents phase.
• Perform construction administration tasks including, but not limited to, site observations, shop drawing review, and preparation of punch lists.
• Actively maintain excellent business relationships and communication with clients, partners, architects, owners, other design and construction professionals, and various code officials regarding the overall engineering project, associated assignments, and action items.
• Assists in the development of proposals and presentations to clients.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and based in Houston, TX.
• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering.
• Seven (7) or more years of experience in mechanical engineering management and design of commercial buildings preferably in aviation, higher education, health care, hospitality, entertainment, or governmental facilities.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE); engineering registration should be in the state(s) in which the employee resides and projects will be constructed.
• Must have a thorough understanding of principles, methods and techniques of mechanical engineering, corporate and industry practices, processes and standards and their impact on project activities.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading and coordinating multi‑discipline engineering teams.
• Experience with a variety of project deliverable methods including design‑build, design‑bid‑construct, fast‑track and other construction delivery methods.
• Knowledge of local, state, and national codes, including other aspects of laws, regulations, and potential liabilities affecting the practice of engineering.
• Revit MEP proficiency required, and familiarity with other engineering software programs.
• Highly proficient technical/computer skills including Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel), internet and web applications.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills; ability to clearly convey information, ideas, and concepts verbally, written, or in graphic form.
• Ability to prepare original specifications for project systems and components, as well as complete project manuals with sub‑consultant specifications when the company serves as the prime professional.
• Must have the technical knowledge and hands‑on experience to effectively evaluate various mechanical engineering options for configuration of equipment and components.
• Experienced with cost containment and reduction approaches and the capability of providing appropriate relative costs of different engineering approaches.
• Strong conflict management abilities — a good listener, committed to finding solution to problems, works to address difficulties.
• Comfortable maintaining professional relationships with clients, vendors, code officials, etc. Works well with internal and external teams, promotes a positive image of the company, strives to solve issues raised by customers.
• Meets deadlines, works independently or as part of a team, accountable, maintains focus on set objectives and goals.
• Keeps information organized and accessible, manages time well; uses resources efficiently, strives to reduce cost.
• Exceptional attention to detail and thoroughness in deliverables and communications, maintains high‑quality standards and follow‑up.
• Ethical, honest, and accountable; maintains confidentiality, handles sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Has a bias for action, seeks new opportunities, strives to see projects to completion.
• Monitors status of projects, thoroughly deals with project details, holds project owners accountable, delivers clear, accurate depiction of status.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to perform the necessary job‑related functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Travel up to 10–35% for site investigations and assessments, or client meetings.
• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods.
• Work extended hours, evenings and weekends when necessary to meet business deadlines.
• Regular use of office equipment such as a computer/laptop and computer screens.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other computer components.
• Ability to see differences between colors, shades and brightness.
• Depth perception (three‑dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).
• May occasionally be exposed to the following work conditions: work near/with moving mechanical parts; work near/with electrical currents; work in high places or underground; be exposed to fumes/airborne particles or caustic chemicals; withstand outdoor weather conditions; withstand moderate to very loud noises.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid work options
• Flexible Time Off
• 401k plan with company match
• Employee perks and discounts
• Education assistance & professional development
• Opportunity to work on impactful, headline‑making projects that positively impact local and national communities

Equal Employment Opportunity

VoltAir does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, or other employment policies on the basis of any protected characteristics. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race or color, religion, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical or mental disability status, pregnancy status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. In addition, we make reasonable accommodation to the needs of disabled applicants and employees, so long as this does not create an undue hardship on the business or threaten the health or safety of others at work. If you need assistance in completing this application, notify [e-mail].