Lead Mechanical Engineer

Lead Mechanical Engineer

EMCOR Government Services, Inc. is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer (ME) to serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all mechanical systems supporting a major customer in the intelligence community located in Springfield, Virginia. The Lead ME is a key member of a team of dedicated professionals delivering a wide range of base operations support services—including installation, facility operations, maintenance and repair, workforce and security support, logistics support, and project management—for a 2.5‑million‑square‑foot headquarters building, adjacent customer buildings, and over 100 satellite sites throughout the Washington National Capitol Region (NCR).

About Us

EMCOR Government Services offers a single‑source solution for meeting the routine and mission‑critical needs of federal, state, local, and other government organizations. By combining strong leaders with expert technicians, commercial best practices, extensive facilities knowledge, and a strong commitment to reliable, responsive service, we enable our government clients to achieve consistently high‑performance facilities, on‑time projects, and long‑term value.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal manager responsible for the overall management and operation of mechanical systems supporting the base operations support (BOS).
• Advise mechanical technicians in troubleshooting and resolving mechanical system malfunctions.
• Develop, implement, and regularly review all preventive maintenance plans for mechanical systems and components to ensure compliance with OEM standards.
• Perform overall capacity management of mechanical systems to balance current and future demand requirements.
• Maintain building calculations to manage available supply in relation to required loads.
• Ensure building modifications comply with all code requirements and original design intent.
• Oversee the timely application of government and local regulations, codes, standards, policies, and procedures related to mechanical system operations and management.
• Work closely with the client to understand their needs and communicate performance standards to contract staff and vendors.
• Establish and maintain an effective relationship with the customer to achieve mutually beneficial business outcomes.
• Identify and implement improvements to mechanical systems operations and service delivery processes to ensure high‑quality goods and services are delivered on time and within cost.
• Maintain accurate documentation and perform analysis as necessary to improve contract performance.
• Proactively seek client feedback, attend meetings, submit reports, and assist auditors and inspectors.

Security Clearance Requirement

This position requires an Active Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) Clearance.

Qualifications

• Licensed Mechanical Professional Engineer (PE) in one of the 50 U.S. states, territories, or possessions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Construction Management, Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Structural), or a related field; a degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience managing and operating facilities and systems of similar size, scope, and complexity.
• Strong technical knowledge of facilities maintenance and operations, including complex mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural systems, vertical transportation, and data center operations.
• Highly developed leadership, management, supervisory, interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in a diverse, dynamic environment with short‑notice taskings and under high‑pressure situations.
• Experience with building management systems such as CMMS, BAS, and EPMS; individual certifications are highly desired.
• Knowledge and experience with Reliability‑Centered Maintenance is a plus.
• Industry‑recognized certification in Program and/or Project or Facility Management (e.g., PMP, PgMP, CFM) is desirable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EMCOR Government Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer that encourages applications from Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We do not contact individuals for marketing or other services outside the normal application process; if you receive such contact, it is likely fraudulent. For verified openings, please refer to our official website.