Senior Mechanical Engineer

About the role

The role of a senior mechanical engineer at TowerPinkster involves guiding multidisciplinary teams in designing innovative, high-performance mechanical systems. This includes working closely with clients from the early planning stages to ensure solutions align with their needs and goals.

Responsibilities

• Guide multidisciplinary teams in exploring solutions and developing technically sound design solutions that support project goals.
• Oversee the creation and coordination of construction documents from schematic design through construction administration to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Contribute to the evolution of departmental standards and quality practices to elevate firmwide team and client outcomes.
• Build a collaborative project team culture by modeling accountability, supporting open communication, and fostering an environment where project team members own their work and contributions.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Client Engagement

• Build and sustain strong relationships with existing clients while cultivating new partnerships that support long-term growth.
• Participate in business development activities, including networking, and involvement in professional organizations to expand the firm’s visibility and influence.
• Collaborate closely with clients throughout planning and design to ensure solutions align with their needs, goals, and expectations.
• Proactively identify opportunities to add value to clients through providing strategic insights and solutions to strengthen long-term partnerships and position the firm as a trusted advisor.

Project Coordination

• Serve as a discipline leader on projects, guiding coordination efforts with internal teams, clients, consultants, and construction partners to meet schedule, budget, and quality milestones.
• Facilitate smooth project delivery by organizing information, tracking progress, and maintaining clear communication across disciplines to strengthen collaboration and trust.
• Facilitate thoughtful reviews and feedback on design documents to strengthen technical quality, support team development, and encourage open, positive, and constructive communication.
• Mentor team members by sharing expertise, lessons learned, and best practices to support their professional growth.

Career Development

• Actively participate in your career development through meaningful mentorship opportunities, expanded project responsibilities, participation in professional development programs, and opportunities to innovate.
• Develop as a leader through mentoring others, taking on project leadership roles, contributing to internal committees, and representing the firm through networking and industry involvement.
• Continue your professional development by seeking out learning opportunities and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement that supports your long-term development.

Key Success Factors

• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and respect in all interactions while maintaining confidentiality.
• Deliver high-quality, thoughtful service by anticipating client needs and building trust through responsiveness.
• Communicate clearly and confidently, adapting style to engage diverse audiences and build strong relationships.
• Collaborate effectively across teams and disciplines to advance shared goals and strengthen firmwide success.
• Embrace change with resilience and a growth mindset, learning quickly and staying open to new approaches.
• Manage time, priorities, and resources effectively to produce high-quality work under competing demands.
• Take ownership of commitments, following through reliably and holding yourself accountable for results.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, support innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Apply strong critical thinking and sound judgment to analyze information, solve problems, and make effective decisions.

Professional Foundations

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Professional licensure, certification, or accreditation required.
• Achievement of or pursuing LEED Accreditation or other industry-relevant certifications and accreditations.
• 5 to 10 years of professional experience in the A/E or MEP industry.
• 10+ years of professional experience in the A/E industry.
• Knowledge and experience in REVIT software, building load programs, engineering software systems, and energy modeling.
• Extensive knowledge of standards and codes.
• Experience in Construction Administration.
• Diverse knowledge of plumbing, fire systems, smoke control, HVAC, engineering controls, and sustainability.
• Participation in professional industry organizations (ASHRAE).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Project, and Teams.
• Knowledge of Google Workspace, including Slides, Docs, Sheets, Forms, Calendar, Gmail, etc.