Associate Mechanical Engineering Lead

Purple Cow Recruiting

. Serve as Project Manager and Mechanical Lead on multidisciplinary healthcare design projects .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on HVAC system design for healthcare facilities, including airside and hydronic components. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure project quality and compliance with industry standards.

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Project ManagementMechanical EngineeringHVAC System DesignProfessional Engineering LicenseClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

HVAC System DesignAirside Systems DesignHydronic Plant Systems DesignTechnical Report PreparationEnergy ModelingBuilding Energy AnalysisFaçade Thermal AnalysisAirflow ModelingSustainable Design MethodsCode Compliance

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipMentoringClient CommunicationCollaborationFeedback Provision

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineering LicenseLEED AccreditationWELL Certification

Industry Keywords

Healthcare DesignInpatient Critical Care FacilitiesASHRAE StandardsNFPA ComplianceCommercial Metrics

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Airflow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as Project Manager and Mechanical Lead on multidisciplinary healthcare design projects
Coordinate with multiple disciplines and project managers to deliver comprehensive, coordinated design deliverables
Own quality standards, commercial metrics, and client relations for projects
Potentially lead the Houston mechanical team, including serving as hiring manager for mid-level staff
Supervise and mentor team members, providing timely feedback and recognition and supporting career development
Design complete airside systems, heating and cooling hydronic plant systems, and specialty exhaust systems
Prepare drawings, specifications, technical reports, and presentations incorporating sustainable design methods
Communicate with clients on project goals and financials and maintain relationships for repeat business
Support future work-winning with the business leadership team
Oversee proposals and bid submissions and negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions
Collaborate with stakeholders and code officials to deliver integrated projects through construction
Participate in local professional associations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering REQUIRED
Professional Engineering (PE) license in the US REQUIRED
12+ years of professional experience designing building HVAC systems, including airside and hydronic components, with significant experience on healthcare projects focused on inpatient critical care facilities REQUIRED
Experience leading multidisciplinary projects and managing complex, large-scale client relationships REQUIRED
Demonstrated track record of work-winning and commercial foresight, with proven expertise building and managing client relationships REQUIRED
Familiarity with codes and standards, including ASHRAE, HIH, LEED energy efficiency and indoor quality, and NFPA
Strong track record of leading and managing teams and serving as a role model for developing professionals
Ability to facilitate connections between external stakeholders and internal disciplines
LEED Accreditation or WELL Certification preferred
Engineering analysis and energy modeling experience, including whole-building energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modeling, preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days from home
Inclusive culture that values diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas
Socially meaningful work focused on sustainability and decarbonization
Path to leading the Houston mechanical team
Supporting career development
Participation in local professional associations