Senior Mechanical Engineer - District Utilities

Senior Mechanical Engineer - District Utilities

Wiley|Wilson, a 100% employee‑owned architecture and engineering firm, seeks a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in district utilities to join our team in Alexandria, VA.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer focused on district heating and cooling utilities, you will provide technical leadership in planning, design, analysis, and implementation of district utility projects. You will serve as a key technical expert, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to sustainable, innovative, efficient district heating and cooling solutions.

• Lead the planning and design of district thermal utility systems such as heating water, chilled water, and steam.
• Support business development efforts in the district utility market.
• Conduct detailed engineering analysis, perform life cycle cost analysis (LCCA), and troubleshoot complex design challenges.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical systems into broader infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Support field investigations and system assessments to ensure designs meet real‑world conditions and client requirements.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure high standards of quality, innovation, and performance.
• Participate in construction administration.

• Minimum of 10 years of specialized experience with district thermal utility systems, including generation and distribution systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Eligibility to work in the United States and obtain a security clearance.

• Master planning experience.
• Higher education design experience.
• Federal government design experience.
• Geothermal / ambient loop design experience.
• LEED accreditation.

Competitive salary, employee ownership via ESOP, work‑from‑home flexibility, comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) with 6% match, 24 days of paid time off, five paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and more.

We prioritize inclusivity with 80 hours of parental leave for birth or adoption, a hybrid work schedule, and accommodations for individuals with disabilities for roles requiring travel.

Wiley|Wilson is a full‑service architecture‑engineering firm specializing in innovative design solutions for government, institutional, and private‑sector clients worldwide. Our diverse projects, generous benefits, and focus on professional growth provide a unique opportunity to elevate your career.

As a 100% employee‑owned company, our 190+ employees share a stake in our success through an ESOP. The ownership model and culture create a distinct and engaging environment.

Offices:
Alexandria, Lynchburg, Richmond, VA;
Raleigh, NC;
Atlanta, GA.

EOE/AAP, Disability/Covered veteran, Drug Free Workplace

EOE:
Equal Opportunity Employer. AAP: affirmative action provider.