Technical Manager - Mechanical Engineering

SupportFinity™; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid licensure training

Bonus plans

ESOP

Job summary

Larson Design Group seeks a highly experienced Technical Manager - Mechanical Engineering to lead mechanical teams across diverse projects. The role emphasizes design excellence, code compliance, and coordination with project managers and leadership.

Responsibilities include technical oversight, QA/QC, and staff development while maintaining budget and schedules. A PE license plus 15+ years’ experience is required; Revit and AutoCAD skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of fifteen (15) years’ job-related experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight to mechanical engineering teams, ensuring design quality and standards.
• Review mechanical designs, calculations, drawings, and methods for code compliance and best practices.
• Partner with Project Managers to align technical execution with scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Oversee technical, quality, and financial performance of assigned projects and teams.
• Mentor, supervise, and develop mechanical engineering staff through coaching and development.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Technical Manager - Mechanical Engineering

Larson Design Group |

Larson Design Group | Posted Jan 16

Full-time

Negotiable

Advanced (5-10 yrs)

About Us

At Larson Design Group (LDG), we’re more than an award-winning Architecture, Engineering, and Consulting firm; we’re a team of passionate professionals united by a bold purpose: creatively shaping our world. From designing innovative solutions to building stronger communities, we approach every project with vision, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

As a 100% employee-owned company, every success we achieve belongs to all of us. That ownership mindset drives our decisions, inspires creativity, and fosters a culture where your voice matters. At LDG, you’ll find a dynamic, people-focused environment where we work hard, share knowledge, and celebrate wins together. We offer a flexible work environment, paid training for required licensure, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) all designed to support your growth, both professionally and personally.

Your Opportunity + Impact

The Technical Manager – Mechanical Engineering provides technical leadership and strategic oversight for mechanical engineering services within a multidisciplinary architecture and engineering firm. This role is ideal for an experienced mechanical engineer who enjoys leading teams, elevating design quality, and driving successful project outcomes.

The Technical Manager is responsible for guiding the technical execution of mechanical systems across a diverse portfolio of projects while balancing design excellence, financial performance, and staff development. Working closely with Project Managers and firm leadership, this position ensures that mechanical designs are innovative, code‑compliant, and delivered efficiently in support of client and organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight to mechanical engineering teams, ensuring design quality, consistency, and adherence to firm and project standards
• Review and verify the accuracy of mechanical designs, calculations, drawings, and methodologies to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and best practices
• Partner closely with Project Managers to align technical execution with project scope, schedules, budgets, and client expectations
• Oversee the technical, quality, and financial performance of assigned mechanical engineering projects and teams
• Serve as a primary technical resource for project teams, resolving complex design challenges and providing expert guidance on mechanical systems
• Act as Designer of Record when required, maintaining responsibility for code compliance, technical integrity, and professional standards
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with architects, engineers, clients, contractors, and consultants to support integrated project delivery
• Conduct Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) reviews and site observations to verify accuracy, constructability, and design intent
• Support workload forecasting, staffing plans, and resource allocation to optimize team performance and meet project demands
• Develop and manage technical project budgets, schedules, and timelines in collaboration with project leadership
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations for internal teams, clients, and business development pursuits
• Ensure compliance with environmental, regulatory, and permitting requirements applicable to mechanical engineering design
• Review contracts, scopes, plans, and related documents to confirm technical accuracy and alignment with project objectives
• Mentor, supervise, and develop mechanical engineering staff through coaching, performance feedback, and professional development support
• Contribute to the development and execution of annual business objectives and long-term strategic initiatives focused on operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth

Education and Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. Master’s degree, preferred
• Experience: Minimum of fifteen (15) years’ job-related experience
• Licensure/Certification: Professional Engineer (PE) required

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates a strong desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities within the field.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and other related software programs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.
• Ability to interact with clients, project team, vendors, and other external groups in a professional manner

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About the company

Larson Design Group