Senior Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Seeking a new career challenge? Then Woolpert is seeking you! Woolpert is hiring an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic team. This position would be aligned with our office in New York City, NY, Orlando, FL or Coral Gables, FL and would support full-time in-person or hybrid working arrangements.

This position is responsible for leading engineering projects, supporting strategic and KPI goals, contributing to proposals, overseeing project scope, schedule, and fee, and ensuring effective resources are assigned to projects. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. This role includes performing mechanical HVAC engineering technical work on complex projects, mentoring staff, applying proficiency in designing, analyzing, and reviewing MEP/FP systems to ensure safety, sustainability, and compliance with industry standards.

Joining Woolpert's engineering team means becoming part of a dynamic and supportive environment where growth and creativity are not just encouraged but are integral to the team s success and Woolpert's broader mission.

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Essential Functions

• Lead mechanical HVAC engineering technical work for complex projects.
• Track project progress, including scope, schedule, and fee.
• Oversee technical review and provide high quality deliverables.
• Develop and modify models, plans, details, and drawings of mechanical and plumbing engineering systems and components according to established standards and modeling techniques.
• Provide team guidance on energy modeling, load calculations, and LCCA analysis using modeling software and techniques.
• Guide mechanical design for various systems including plant design, fuel piping, steam systems, boilers, cooling towers/chillers, geothermal, and other.
• Support career development and technical skill advancement of team members.

Leadership & Project Management

• Motivate and inspire team members.
• Communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Foster a collaborative team culture with a focus on innovation and excellence, where team members are encouraged to push boundaries and think creatively.
• Manage project and staffing plans, adjusting them as necessary to meet changing project needs.
• Oversee engineering project phases from initiation to completion, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Serve as a technical expert and discipline representative at various meetings and events as required.
• Deliver presentations at conferences, networking events, and professional organizations to highlight the distinctive and innovative services Woolpert offers to clients.
• Conduct training sessions for internal employees when necessary.

Personal & Professional Growth

• Team members have access to continuous learning programs, including workshops, seminars, certifications, and participation in professional membership organizations. This allows our engineers to stay abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies, broaden their expertise, and network with industry peers.
• Mentorship programs where senior engineers guide and support junior staff, providing invaluable insights and fostering a culture of knowledge sharing.
• Career advancement through personalized career path planning and regular performance evaluations, ensuring that each team member s progress is recognized and rewarded.
• Opportunities to take on new challenges, lead projects, and expand skill sets, further enhancing personal and professional capabilities.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS or MA/MS in related field and fifteen (15) years related experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) certification required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience leading engineering projects.
• Experience with building HVAC system design for commercial, mixed-use, aviation, hospitality, and/or high-rise preferred.
• Experience designing sustainable building systems, including…