Senior Mechanical Engineer

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and innovative, sustainable approach help us create buildings that matter to our world.

About the role

We’re looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join Stantec’s Buildings practice, supporting the planning, design, and delivery of mechanical building systems across a range of complex projects. In this role, you will provide technical leadership, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to high-quality, sustainable design solutions while mentoring junior staff and supporting project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering and design on projects and serve as the engineer of record;
• Provide QAQC services in alignment with firm Quality Process Manual;
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Design Managers/Project Engineers for deliverables and Basis of Design;
• Oversee load calculations, systems design, cross-discipline coordination, and signing and sealing of contract documents;
• Conduct Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCCA);
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in in-house continuing education programs;
• Coordinate with Department Head and Focus Leads for resource allocation;
• Manage Construction Administration phase of a project including submittal review, RFI responses, and site visit proficiency;
• Maintain strong working knowledge of Revit, including Revit Schedules and sequences of operation;
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor;
• Perform budget tracking throughout design;
• Define RFP scope and resource estimation;
• Perform engineering studies for highly technical clients, including phased system loading, payback analysis, and knowledge of industry trends;
• Produce technical writing for engineering studies, Basis of Design documents, Sequence of Operations documents, and narratives for non-technical audiences;
• Lead a team of Engineers and Designers on multiple projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering;
• 10 or more years of engineering experience in industrial design and construction industry;
• Current Professional Engineers license in the U.S.;
• LEED AP preferred;
• Proficiency in MS Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook);
• Proficiency in PDF tools such as Bluebeam Revu or Adobe Acrobat;
• Proficiency in energy modeling using IESVE or other current DOE-2 modeling software (ASHRAE 140 Compliant);
• Technical writing experience;
• Knowledge in scope definition, design schedule management, coordination with other disciplines, design document creation, and quality reviews.

Work Environment

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere.

Pay

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec, certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits

• Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans;
• Wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts;
• 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program;
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance;
• Short-term/long-term disability plans;
• Emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage;
• Paid family leave;
• Ten paid holidays per calendar year;
• Vacation accrual between 10 and 20 days per year;
• Paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Schedule

Full time. Primary location: United States, TX, Houston.