Senior Mechanical Engineer

Join our team at Tower Pinkster and open a new door to an amazing career! Tower Pinkster, an architecture, engineering, and interior design firm based in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented Senior Mechanical Engineer. This position is responsible for building relationships and collaborating with clients at the planning level to determine solutions and develop a Mechanical System plan.

In addition, this position designs mechanical systems for projects from beginning design to completion of construction administration, leads the design team through the development of contract documents of significant scale, and participates in new business development and marketing efforts.

• Encourage positive communication among team members and across disciplines.
• Create opportunities to enhance teamwork, inclusion, and a positive work environment.
• Strive to cultivate equity, respect, integrity, humor, and the celebration of talent.

• Perform business development functions, including marketing and networking.
• Participate in interviewing prospective new clients to understand their needs.
• Collaborate with the client in planning design, determining solutions and scope, and develop a mechanical system plan.
• Construct the scope of work and determine a budget.
• Manage existing client relationships and develop relationships with future clients.

• Lead the project team to create a Mechanical System design.
• Oversee the production of all phases of construction documents—including schematic, design, construction, bidding, and construction administration.
• Conduct facility assessments, field assessments, engineering studies, commissioning work, and site visits.
• Create and write reports and presentations for clients.
• Act as Project Manager on mechanical‑driven projects.
• Lead and coordinate project efforts with other disciplines, clients, and construction partners to meet schedule milestones.

• Mentor team members to share experiences, knowledge, skills, and lessons learned for continuous improvement.
• Prepare and review “red‑lined” documents for Mechanical Designer and Mechanical Engineer growth.
• Lead, teach, and guide other project team members to assist in their growth and development.

• Provide input on work priorities and project scheduling.
• Conduct quality control reviews on various projects.
• Serve as a mechanical subject matter expert to resolve project issues.
• Provide input to department standards and procedures.

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited program.
• P.E./Professional Licensure required;
  State of Indiana or Kentucky preferred. LEED AP and/or ASHRAE accreditation preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in REVIT, building load programs, engineering software systems, and energy modeling.
• Extensive knowledge of standards and codes.
• 10 years of professional experience, including multiple systems‑based experience and experience in commercial, government, K‑12, higher education, and healthcare sectors.
• Experience in Construction Administration and diverse knowledge of plumbing, fire systems, smoke control, HVAC, engineering controls, and sustainability.

• Industry‑leading compensation package, including paid overtime, performance bonuses, and profit sharing.
• National award‑winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill interests, and balance work and life.
• Collaborative work environment with wellness activities: walking challenges, fitness challenges, book clubs, in‑office chair massages, and a Thrive program offering up to $400 annually.
• Flexible work hours with a work‑life balance program providing six additional days off per year and a generous paid time off program.
• An extensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, and paid community service hours.
• Annual team training, professional development opportunities, and career growth planning.
• Full support for licensure, certification, and professional organization memberships.
• Tuition reimbursement program and firm‑paid life and wellness coaching.

Tower Pinkster is a firm of architects, engineers, and interior designers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility. Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people, and now we have more than 250 of the best employees in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky. We value our people, encourage innovation, and inspire clients through interactive design.

We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that empowers each person to be their genuine self. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and have received numerous awards recognizing our workplace excellence.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.