Senior Mechanical Engineer

Woolpert

. Lead mechanical HVAC and plumbing system design from concept through construction documentation and support construction administration .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $139,200 - $174,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical HVAC and plumbing system design, including energy modeling and technical reviews, while effectively leading engineering projects and mentoring team members. Proficient in using industry-standard software for load calculations and design documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Registered Professional Engineer (PE)HVAC System DesignEnergy ModelingAutodesk Revit 3-D ModelingBuilding Management Systems (BMS)

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Hard Skills

Heating and Cooling Load CalculationsEnergy Modeling using COMcheckEnergyGaugeTechnical Reviews and QA/QCMechanical and Plumbing ModelingConstruction DocumentationComplex Air-Side and Water-Side HVAC SystemsSustainable Building Systems DesignDiscipline-Related Software ApplicationsTechnical Writing

Soft Skills

Excellent Presentation SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Trane Trace 3D PlusMS TeamsOneDrive/SharePointMS Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Professional Engineer (PE)

Industry Keywords

LEEDGreen Building InstituteSustainability CredentialingQAQCConstruction Administration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead mechanical HVAC and plumbing system design from concept through construction documentation and support construction administration
Oversee project scope and schedule
Perform mechanical HVAC and plumbing engineering technical work on complex projects
Perform heating and cooling load calculations using industry-standard software such as Trane Trace 3D Plus
Conduct technical reviews and QA/QC reviews for code-compliant, high-quality deliverables
Develop and modify mechanical and plumbing models, plans, details, and drawings
Perform energy modeling using COMcheck and EnergyGauge
Mentor staff and support team members’ career and technical skill development
Conduct training sessions for internal employees when necessary
Coordinate design documents between disciplines

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS or MA/MS in related field and 10 or more years related experience
Registered Professional Engineer (PE) certification required
Minimum of three (3) years of experience leading engineering projects
Expertise in complex air-side and water-side HVAC systems, including chilled water and condenser water systems, cooling towers, boilers, pumps, AHUs, DOEAS, RTUs, VAV Systems, CRAC/CRAH units, and energy recovery units/systems
Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) and HVAC controls
Experience designing sustainable building systems, including familiarity with LEED, Green Building Institute, or other sustainability credentialing
Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Expert verbal and written communication abilities
Experience with discipline-related software applications and calculation tools
Substantial experience designing in Autodesk Revit 3-D modeling software and directing construction documents
Experience conducting and leading QAQC and coordinating design documents between disciplines
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex scientific and technical documents
Proficient in MS Teams, OneDrive/SharePoint, and MS Office suite
Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries from clients, regulatory agencies, and/or business community members
Ability to write technical opinions, articles, and thought leadership social media content
Mentally and physically capable of performing all essential duties
Willing to travel to project sites or offices as needed
Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located; Woolpert cannot provide visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate)
Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm
Flexible paid time off/vacation
Career development and learning opportunities
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
Paid sick time
Retirement plan
Fitness reimbursement
Pet insurance
Identity protection
Technology stipend
Employee assistance program
Continuous learning programs, workshops, seminars, certifications, and professional membership organizations
Mentorship programs
Personalized career path planning and regular performance evaluations
Opportunities to lead projects and expand skill sets