Lead Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Buildings – Sacramento, CA

Mission

You will join the Property & Buildings – Mechanical Team to design HVAC and related systems for a range of projects, including healthcare, commercial, laboratory, industrial, and mission‑critical facilities.

• Independently support the project team during design and construction stages of projects.
• Design air distribution, hydronic and automated temperature control systems.
• Integrate complex mechanical engineering requirements into facility designs.
• Work within multi‑discipline project teams to develop drawings and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors, and building owners.
• Attend client meetings and contribute to discussions.
• Collaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members and external vendors and manufacturers.
• Communicate mechanical engineering concepts and decisions to clients and stakeholders.
• Interact regularly with clients, maintaining current relationships and developing new ones.
• Mentor and train junior engineers.
• Track and coordinate all mechanical disciplines: HVAC, Energy, Controls, Fire Protection, Fire Alarm, Plumbing, Fuel Oil Storage / Management / Distribution.
• Provide oversight of all aspects of mechanical design, review systems and drawings prior to issuance.
• Select and schedule major equipment.
• Develop project specifications.
• Survey and evaluate existing conditions.
• Perform construction administration tasks.
• Assist in developing proposals and other business development activities as required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with emphasis on mechanical building systems.
• 7+ years of experience designing mechanical systems for high‑performing commercial, industrial, or healthcare facilities.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE), if eligible.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong teamwork and written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency with applicable software, including AutoCAD, Revit, Trane Trace, and other engineering analysis programs.
• Knowledge of building, mechanical, energy codes and design standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, FGI, etc.).

• Experience with healthcare projects.

Expected Salary: $118,000 - $175,230

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings, aimed at providing health and financial stability throughout an employee’s career.

WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. RACE/AGE/COLOR/RELIGION/SEX/SEXUAL ORIENTATION/GENDER IDENTITY/NATIONAL ORIGIN/DISABILITY OR PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS.

Selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.