Sr Lead Mechanical Engineer

Concord, United States | Posted on 10/14/2026

Design Hire is seeking a Sr Lead Mechanical Engineer / Office Manager to lead the mechanical engineering team in our client's Charlotte, NC office. This position combines hands‑on mechanical engineering, project management, team leadership, and client development within a multidisciplinary building engineering practice.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design, along with experience managing engineering teams, overseeing projects, and developing client relationships.

• Lead and mentor a mechanical engineering team consisting of three junior/mid-level engineers and an experienced remote engineer, providing technical guidance, oversight, and quality control.
• Manage mechanical engineering projects from initial concept through design, construction documentation, and construction administration, including HVAC, plumbing, process piping, and fire protection systems.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and overall financial performance while ensuring engineering quality and client satisfaction.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams, evaluating design solutions, and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Support office operations, proposal development, business development, and the continued growth of the Charlotte mechanical engineering team.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably within an architectural/engineering (A/E) consulting firm.
• Strong technical background in building mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams, mentoring junior engineers, and managing multiple projects.
• Experience overseeing project budgets, schedules, and technical deliverables.
• Strong client-facing communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, ideally in North Carolina, but not required.
• Ability to work primarily onsite in Charlotte, with occasional remote flexibility.

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