Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

This person is a technical lead as part of a multi-discipline project team on projects in the Buildings, Energy, and Infrastructure group, in support of Mechanical (HVAC, plumbing and fire protection) systems for facility types including healthcare; higher education; institutional facilities; federal, state and local government; K-12 education and other commercial/industrial facilities.

This person may serve as the Lead Mechanical Engineer for projects, producing design/construction drawings and specifications and ability to act as the Engineer of Record for the work they perform and the subordinates they supervise.

Acts as the client interface for projects they lead.

Undertakes and directs evaluations of mechanical equipment/systems and prepares design computations and assessments.

Generates and oversees mechanical design/construction drawings utilizing REVIT and AutoCAD software.

Observes mechanical construction progress and generates field observation reports.

Assesses the condition of mechanical systems within existing facilities.

Responsible for completion of mechanical design tasks within budget and on schedule.

Assists in the development of subordinate staff in mechanical design best practices.

Communicates and coordinates the design, writing of reports and correspondence with other discipline professionals, as well as representatives of the Client’s organization to complete work efficiently.

Stays current with local, state & federal design standards and regulations.

Helps develop new work and clients related to mechanical design services for healthcare; higher education; institutional facilities; federal, state and local government; K-12 education & support; and other commercial/industrial facilities.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering (mechanical focus) from an ABET‑accredited university.
• 8–15 years of relevant experience with facilities similar to those described.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida with current NCEES.
• Tampa Bay/Clearwater–based with ability to work in‑office at least 3 days/week and travel throughout Florida.
• Significant experience with Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD in a design‑related environment. A process-oriented individual with strong organization, technical and communication skills.

A solid communicator, able to take and understand directives from Project Manager and Senior Mechanical Engineer and coordinate efforts with design team.

Excellent Client communication skills with an interest in developing new business and a desire to be on a career path to an Engineering Group Manager in 2-5 years.

Able to complete work consistently with flexibility to accommodate varying project demands.

Experience leading the design efforts of subordinate staff.

Maintains a high level of precision and accuracy and is methodical in their approach to work.

Has a high technical aptitude, interested in technology and staying current in their field.