Senior Project Mechanical Engineer
Job Description
Lead mechanical design and project execution for complex MEPF systems across new construction, renovations, and upgrades.
Responsibilities
- Direct design and development of HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems across all project phases, including sustainable and renewable energy solutions
- Perform field inspections and system assessments
- Create and approve engineering drawings, schematics, and technical specifications while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements
- Partner with stakeholders and internal teams to define and refine project scope, objectives, budgets, and schedules
- Lead resolution of complex technical challenges during execution with innovative, timely solutions
- Provide construction administration support, including review of submittals and shop drawings, RFI responses, and coordination with contractors
- Act as a primary client point of contact through regular project updates, issue management, and satisfaction tracking
- Drive project risk assessments, resource allocation, and quality assurance activities
- Support business development by contributing to proposal preparation, project scoping, and strategic planning
- Mentor junior engineers and design staff through technical leadership
- Participate in performance reviews, project staffing, and training initiatives to strengthen team capability
Requirements
- 8+ years of mechanical engineering experience, including building systems design for government, industrial, and commercial facilities
- Demonstrated MEPF expertise across conceptual design, HVAC load calculations, air handling units, boiler systems, and digital control systems
- Experience leading large, multi-disciplinary projects from conception through completion
- Construction administration experience, including punch lists, contractor coordination, and permitting
- Strong knowledge of building codes and standards, including NYS Energy Code, NYS Mechanical Code, and NFPA
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and project management tools such as BlueBeam, ProCore, and Submittal Exchange
- Exceptional problem-solving and ability to guide technical decision-making
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with capability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects
- Familiarity with renewable energy systems and sustainable design
- NYS Professional Engineer registration preferred
- EIT/FE exam passage required
- Professional Engineer registration in other states is beneficial
Technologies
- AutoCAD
- BlueBeam
- ProCore
- Submittal Exchange
Work Environment
- Primarily office-based
- Travel to project sites for field inspections and client meetings as needed
- During the role, ability to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle tools and controls; operate vehicles and equipment; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; see, talk, and hear
Physical Demands
- Occasionally stand; walk; sit
- Occasionally use hands and/or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; operate office equipment; reach with hands and arms
- Climb stairs; balance; stoop; kneel; talk or hear; taste or smell
- Occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds
Compensation
- Salary: $120,000 to $160,000 per year, depending on experience, expertise, and market alignment
Location: Bohemia, NY (onsite)
Minimum experience: 8 years