Principal​/Senior Mechanical Design Engineer; MEP â Honolulu

Principal / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (MEP)

Hybrid (Minimum 2 Days In Office). 100% Employee‑Owned Engineering Consultancy. Shape the Future of High‑Performance Building Design.

Join a people‑first, employee‑owned engineering firm that is redefining flexibility, leadership, and long‑term career growth in the MEP industry.

• Employee Ownership (ESOP):
  Build meaningful equity in the firm
• Hybrid Flexibility:
  Structured hybrid work model supporting balance and connection
• Clear Leadership Pathway:
  Transparent and personalised career progression
• Project Variety & Impact:
  Work on complex, high‑performance buildings across multiple sectors

• People‑first, inclusive environment
• Strong emphasis on work/life balance
• Continuous professional and leadership development
• Innovative design tools and forward‑thinking engineering
• Collaboration with respected industry leaders

Steady, global growth driven by empowered people.

• Conscientious
• Empowered
• Respectful
• Resilient
• Transformative

As an Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will act as a discipline and people leader across multiple projects.

• Lead and mentor local MEP design teams
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships (architects & owners)
• HVAC system selection, engineering, and detailed design
• Produce drawings, specifications, calculations, and technical analyses
• Provide oversight and mentorship to HVAC support staff
• Manage projects and contribute to office growth and strategy
• Conduct construction administration and site observations
• Deliver consistently high standards of client and team service

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
• 10+ years experience in MEP consulting/design
• Proven people leadership and team management experience
• Project management experience within the MEP environment
• Strong client‑facing and communication skills
• Deep understanding of building codes and HVAC systems

• Professional Engineering (PE) license (or equivalent experience)
• LEED Accreditation
• Working knowledge of IES‑VE

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Comprehensive Benefits: 401(k), medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, transportation benefits
• Time Off:
  Generous PTO, paid holidays, plus firmwide holiday closure (Christmas to New Year)
• Purpose‑Driven:
  Paid volunteer time and a strong commitment to social equity
• Professional Growth:
  Continuous learning alongside industry leaders