Senior Mechanical Engineer

About the role

RS&H is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Federal Buildings team. This role involves leading the design of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical building systems for complex federal and Department of Defense facilities, collaborating with architects and multidisciplinary engineering teams on impactful projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of HVAC, plumbing, and related building systems for federal and defense facilities.
• Develop engineering studies, calculations, reports, specifications, and construction documents.
• Serve as the mechanical discipline lead on large, multidisciplinary projects, coordinating closely with architects, structural, electrical, and civil engineers.
• Evaluate design alternatives and recommend practical, cost-effective solutions that meet client objectives and federal requirements.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, proposal efforts, and project planning activities.
• Carefully coordinate project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining exceptional quality standards.
• Review construction documents and perform quality control reviews throughout the design process.
• Support construction administration activities, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and conducting occasional field observations.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers, fostering professional growth across the team.
• Stay current with applicable building codes, UFC criteria, ASHRAE standards, and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• 7+ years of experience designing mechanical building systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience designing HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial, institutional, or federal facilities.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD, along with mechanical engineering design and analysis software.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, mechanical systems, and construction document production.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, solve complex technical challenges, and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Legal Resident.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, GSA, or other federal agency projects.
• Working knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (ATFP) requirements, and federal design standards.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and coordinating directly with federal clients.
• Construction administration experience on federal or mission-critical projects.
• LEED accreditation or experience designing sustainable, high-performance facilities.

Benefits

At RS&H, you'll enjoy ownership in a 100% employee-owned company, opportunities to work on nationally significant federal, defense, aerospace, aviation, healthcare, and science projects, collaboration with industry-leading architects, engineers, and technical specialists, technical leadership and career development opportunities, and a culture built around integrity, accountability, curiosity, teamwork, and care. Comprehensive compensation and benefits are designed to support you throughout your career.

Pay

The typical salary range for this position in Norfolk, VA is $100,000 – 160,000 and commensurate with experience relative to the position.

Schedule

Flexible work schedule to accommodate project needs.