Assistant Vice President, Mechanical Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Centers)

About the role

kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Mechanical Engineer for our Dallas, TX office. Locations include Austin, TX; Houston, TX; and San Antonio, TX.

Responsibilities

• Design complex cooling and HVAC systems including air distribution systems, chiller plants, and alternative energy solutions
• Lead projects and a team of mechanical engineers
• Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners
• Attend client meetings and lead discussions
• Communicate complex mechanical engineering concepts and decisions to clients and stakeholders
• Direct complex mechanical engineering requirements and integrate into facility designs
• Collaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members and external equipment vendors and manufacturers
• Act as the lead mechanical engineer on projects and direct the project team
• Mentor and train junior engineers
• Perform project management activities including writing proposals, establishing budgets, and managing client interactions
• Coordinate activities concerned with technical development, scheduling, and resolving engineering design issues
• Survey and evaluate existing conditions
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Requirements

• Proven history of Mechanical or Architectural Engineering with mechanical building systems emphasis
• 10+ years of experience in designing mechanical systems for the high performing, commercial, industrial or mission critical/data center buildings
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical systems and codes
• Ability to interact well with others as well as develop and contribute to high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposals

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
• Experience with the analysis of interior and exterior Computational Fluid Dynamics of airflow
• Mission Critical/Data Center experience
• Experience with international projects and knowledge of international codes and standards

Skills

• Technical proficiency in mechanical engineering
• Leadership and mentoring skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Project management and coordination abilities
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and codes
• Experience with international projects and codes

Benefits

At kW Mission Critical Engineering, you will benefit from:

• A flexible and agile workplace model
• A comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings
• The opportunity to grow your career and knowledge base
• Challenges that align with your interests and aspirations

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible work arrangements

Contact

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] or visit our website at www.kwmce.com/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.