Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical

Stark Tech; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with employer match

Comprehensive medical coverage

Wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leader in facilities and energy solutions is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical to transform building solutions. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in mechanical systems and excels in project leadership. Responsibilities include leading projects and collaborating with various engineering teams, ensuring safety and efficiency in design. Comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) with employer match and career development opportunities, are provided in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical building systems or energy-driven infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience leading projects and managing cross-functional teams.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable codes, safety standards, and environmental considerations.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from conceptual design through construction support and commissioning.
• Collaborate across mechanical, electrical, structural, controls, and architectural teams.
• Mentor junior engineers and influence project teams.

Skills

HVAC system design

Load calculations

Equipment selection

Air distribution

Fluid distribution

Performance optimization

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Associate degree

Professional certifications

Tools

Industry software tools

Job description

Stark Tech is seeking a Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical who excels by transforming mechanical system requirements into high-performance, energy-efficient, and fully integrated building solutions. You lead projects from conceptual design through construction support and commissioning, applying deep technical 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 thrive at bridging 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 elevate project quality, improve constructability, reduce risk, and strengthen Stark Tech's reputation for delivering high-performance mechanical infrastructure.

Work Experience

• 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; experience with 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.

Benefits

Advance your career with Stark Tech, a leader in facilities and energy solutions. We specialize in integrating systems, providing energy‑efficient equipment and services, and supporting sustainability through innovative technologies like renewable natural gas conversion and energy storage solutions. At Stark Tech, we prioritize employee well‑being and offer comprehensive benefits including paid time off, 401(k) with employer match, medical coverage, wellness programs, and career development opportunities. Join our fast‑growing, customer‑focused organization where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded with competitive pay and a positive work environment.