Senior Mechanical Engineer
Actalent · Seattle, WA · 3 mo ago
Hybrid$120k–$180k/yrFull-time
Hybrid opportunity supporting large-scale MEP consulting projects in Seattle, WA or Spokane, WA (2-3 days onsite per week).
About the role
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mechanical building systems design, project management, client-facing engineering consulting, and leadership within the MEP industry.
Responsibilities
- Lead multidisciplinary project teams while managing project budgets, schedules, resources, and deliverables.
- Serve as Lead Engineer and/or Engineer of Record (EOR) on building systems projects.
- Provide technical leadership throughout design, engineering, and project execution activities.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and exceptional service.
- Present engineering solutions and design concepts to clients, architects, contractors, and project stakeholders.
- Participate in project interviews and business development activities.
- Manage project financial performance, including resource planning, billing, and profitability.
- Mentor junior engineers and support professional development across engineering teams.
- Contribute to company standards, technical procedures, and operational improvements.
- Support quality assurance efforts and ensure adherence to project Quality Management Plans (QMP).
- Coordinate with internal disciplines and external project partners to ensure successful project delivery.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to design processes and engineering workflows.
Requirements
- 6-12+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience within the building systems industry.
- Experience working within the MEP consulting environment.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.
- Experience serving in project management and engineering leadership roles.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC and mechanical building systems design.
- Proficiency with Revit (required).
- Experience using AutoCAD and related design software.
- Proven ability to manage projects, schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
- Strong understanding of project financials, resource allocation, and operational performance.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
- Experience mentoring and developing engineering staff.
- Ability to work from either the Seattle or Spokane office location.
Disqualifiers
- No Revit experience.
- No experience within the MEP consulting industry.
- No experience managing engineering projects or leading project teams.
- No experience with building systems design.
- Limited client-facing consulting experience.
- Less than 6 years of relevant Mechanical Engineering experience.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness benefits.
- 401k, profit sharing, and bonuses.
- Flexible hybrid work environment supporting work-life balance.
- Strong mentorship and leadership development opportunities.
- Collaborative culture that values teamwork, professional development, and employee engagement.
- Opportunity to lead high-profile building systems projects while influencing company standards and engineering practices.
- Work alongside highly experienced engineering professionals on complex and impactful projects.
- Clear career growth opportunities within a growing engineering organization.
- Variety of projects with a sustainability focus.
Pay
$120,000 - $180,000 annually.
Schedule
Standard Monday - Friday (40 hours per week), hybrid (2-3 days onsite).