Design Engineering Lead

About the Role

Lead the design and optimization of HVAC, structural, and integrated mechanical systems, bringing technical expertise and strategic thinking to every project phase.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of design engineers within a single discipline.
• Develop and implement design engineering work product guides, processes, and standards.
• Define project scopes, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with other engineering discipline leads and business partners.
• Develop and update design budgets for stakeholders.
• Plan and coordinate site survey data collection, design charrette participation, design activities at each project phase, and design submissions to satisfy project timelines and schedules.
• Conduct design reviews and provide constructive feedback to optimize designs.
• Assure that technical coordination is performed and completed.
• Possess a deep understanding of engineering principles, calculations, and design concepts within your designated discipline.
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
• Assure compliance with all codes and standards related to your discipline.
• Provide technical guidance to resolve complex design challenges.
• Represent the design discipline at all required project meetings.
• Confirm design direction at each project stage aligns with business goals and direction.
• Review and confirm cost estimates with Estimating & Cost Control (ECC).
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Provide feedback to the project development manager, account executive, and construction manager regarding schedules, deliverables, cost, risks, and discrepancies.
• Submit plans to QC review as necessary.
• Effectively communicate design concepts, strategies, and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Foster open communication channels within the team and across departments.

Skills

• Mechanical Design – creating detailed specifications for HVAC and structural systems
• HVAC System Design – designing climate control solutions
• Design Optimization – refining designs to balance performance, cost, and compliance
• Technical Solution Design – translating customer needs into actionable engineering deliverables
• System Architecture – defining integration strategies for multi-system mechanical environments
• Problem Solving – diagnosing and resolving technical challenges in lab and field settings
• Requirements Analysis – interpreting customer and regulatory specifications into design criteria
• Technical Documentation – producing clear reports, test plans, and design documentation

Qualifications

• Four-year Mechanical or Architectural Engineering degree
• Professional Engineer registration preferred
• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant work experience
• Advanced understanding of mechanical building systems and energy use for a variety of building types including K-12 schools, university facilities and housing, correctional facilities, medical facilities, etc.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to listen effectively and solicit input from others
• Advanced understanding of the design, specification, and operation of mechanical systems and equipment
• Proficiency with engineering calculations for chosen engineering discipline (e.g., loads, ventilation, psychrometrics, air & hydronic calculations)
• Advanced understanding of International Building Council codes and applicable area codes and related Mechanical standards and guidelines
• Willing to travel up to 25% to project sites

Benefits

• Impactful work on complex, integrated mechanical systems
• Opportunities to mentor engineers and shape technical direction
• Collaborative team environment that values innovation and technical excellence
• Professional development support to advance your specialized expertise
• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance with member reward points
• Benefit Bucks and flexible work arrangements
• Paid family leave and well-being programs
• 12 holidays per year and 15 days of paid time off per year
• Competitive base salary and short-term incentives
• Company share ownership and 401(k) with match
• Performance discussions and global opportunities
• Access to learning platforms like Coursera and the Schneider Career Hub
• Volunteer leave and community support programs through the Schneider Electric Foundation
• Military leave benefits

Pay

For this U.S.-based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year, including base pay and short-term incentives. Individual pay is determined by performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.