Sr. Mechanical Designer - Mission Critical

About the Role

As a Sr Mechanical Designer in our Mission Critical practice, you will design the most complex advanced building systems, prepare design documents, and perform engineering calculations in coordination with project teams and multiple disciplines. You will solve complex engineering problems, train and mentor design staff, and provide senior leadership. Sr Designers are heavily involved in business development, corporate operations, and risk management activities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the preparation of simple to the most complex design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Lead project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
• Review shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Perform research and make recommendations on the feasibility of systems or equipment.
• Evaluate and recommend products for their application.
• Produce solutions to the most complex engineering problems and design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
• Ensure that production of drawings, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
• Proactively advise and mentor less experienced designers and engineers, providing oversight and technical guidance.
• Take responsibility for the success of those under your direct supervision and make recommendations on project staffing.
• Direct the activities of project technical and administrative staff.
• Assist Technical Managers and directors with establishing and implementing goals, policies, objectives, and standards.
• Champion directives from technical and other leaders and influence the development of tools, resources, and company practices.
• Implement and reinforce design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
• Oversee the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process, including providing final reviews for projects under your purview.
• Develop, establish, and maintain relationships with strategic partners and customers to expand business opportunities.
• Participate in client, company, and industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
• Foster a client-centric mindset and approach individually and within your team.
• Communicate with clients to develop and coordinate requirements and scope of work, maintaining proactive communications throughout the project cycle.
• Act as a resource to others, directing fact-finding and assisting with answering questions.
• Visit job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
• Resolve conflicts involving owners, architects, and contractors as needed.
• Perform a range of project management responsibilities in collaboration with experienced project managers.
• Delegate and oversee project coordination activities such as managing emails, coordinating scope and schedule, attending client meetings, ensuring project quality, and responding to client questions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of engineering (i.e., mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) preferred. 12 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) required.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
• Certifications and accreditations aligned with sustainability backgrounds (e.g., CDP, LEED, WELL, etc.) preferred.
• Expert knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides, and standards relating to a broad range of practices, projects, and/or program types required.
• Working knowledge of earned value, contracts, and construction processes and methods required.
• Working knowledge of Revit and Bluebeam Revu required.
• High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand, and utilize various systems and processes.
• Comfortability with training others on systems and processes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with designers at all levels in a clear and concise manner.
• Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Team-oriented with a willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, leading less experienced designers.
• Ability to work independently as needed.
• Adaptability to changing work environments, priorities, and organizational needs.
• Ability to prioritize, execute, and/or direct multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.
• Must be a self-starter, proactive, and willing to teach, manage, and/or help others as needed.
• Must be trustworthy and capable of handling sensitive information.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.

Pay

Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.

• New York Salary Range: $146,400 – $219,600
• Los Angeles Salary Range: $139,200 – $208,800
• Denver Salary Range: $132,000 – $198,000
• Las Vegas Salary Range: $126,000 - $189,000
• Washington D.C.: $139,200 – $208,800

Benefits

• Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Paid training for professional development.
• Performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive and extensive insurance coverage.
• Paid term life and disability insurance.
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time off.
• Financial Wellness & Coaching Program.

Perks

• Flexible work hours.
• Casual dress code.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Health and wellness initiatives.
• Receptive and forward-thinking leadership.
• Clear career path options.