AECOM

Lead Mechanical Engineer

AECOM • $90K — $120K *
Cleveland, OH 44130In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited program.
  • 6+ years of relevant experience or equivalent education/experience.
  • 12+ years of experience in consulting or design-build preferred.
  • PE licensure is a plus.
  • Proficient in mechanical engineering fundamentals, with strong judgement skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop mechanical designs for HVAC and plumbing systems.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to align project goals and schedules.
  • Assist in proposals and prepare technical reports for various stakeholders.
  • Conduct site visits to assess project requirements and existing systems.
  • Manage and mentor junior engineers, fostering their professional growth.
  • Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and project specifications.
  • Review and approve design documents and participate in client meetings.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on diverse high-performance building projects.
  • Professional growth through mentorship and training initiatives.
  • Exposure to a variety of sectors including Federal and Healthcare.
  • Role in design for sustainable and LEED-certified projects.
  • Collaboration with experienced professionals in interdisciplinary teams.
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to be based in Cleveland, Ohio.

The Lead Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for working on various designs of high-performance buildings across multiple sectors, including Corporate Workplace and Commercial buildings, Federal Civilian and DoD, Healthcare, Mission Critical, Justice, Logistics, and Higher Education projects.

The Lead Mechanical Engineer should be able to work independently and meet design requirements for both small and large projects. The ideal candidate will take the discipline lead on projects involving new facilities, as well as the renovation, modernization, and repurposing of existing buildings. They should have excellent organizational skills, demonstrate critical thinking, quickly identify issues, and contribute to finding solutions.

Typical Responsibilities:
  • Be proficient in all aspects of mechanical system design, including HVAC and plumbing for projects of all sizes, leading junior engineers in engineering design development and professional growth.
  • Assist in proposal preparation in conjunction with the senior leadership of the office, write reports for internal and external purposes based on findings, and work cooperatively with managers and other employees to achieve the company's mission.
  • Ensure discipline plans meet overall project team requirements for project scope and schedule, staying current on codes and technologies relevant to the mechanical discipline.
  • Handle engineering design (HVAC & plumbing) from concept through construction administration, conducting research, developing, designing, and specifying mechanical systems, equipment, components, and materials, applying principles and techniques of mechanical engineering.
  • Organize and conduct site visits to collect data and evaluate mechanical systems, equipment, components, and materials for projects.
  • Complete assigned engineering and design tasks in accordance with client-specified criteria and applicable codes and standards, review junior team members' work for quality and training requirements.
  • Coordinate with multiple disciplines and act as the lead mechanical engineer to ensure projects are delivered within budget and on schedule, while managing the mechanical team, including HVAC and plumbing.
  • Ensure conformance with standards, established design practices, applicable codes, and technical adequacy of design and construction.
  • Review and approve shop drawings and attend client meetings during the construction administration phase.
  • Mentor and guide junior engineering staff, fostering professional growth and skill development.
  • Evaluate team members' technical abilities and provide constructive feedback to address skill gaps.
  • Develop tailored training plans and encourage knowledge-sharing to enhance overall team competency.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited program.+ 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 12+ years of mechanical engineering experience within a consulting or design-build firm.
  • PE licensure
  • Knowledge and experience with ASHRAE standards, IPC, IMC, and IECC codes.
  • Proficient in all conventional aspects of mechanical engineering and conducts work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard mechanical engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
  • Experience in the following markets: federal, healthcare, laboratory, and corporate commercial/mixed use.
  • Experience with LEED and sustainable design projects.
  • Documented experience in aesthetically challenging designs with high profile architecture firms.
  • Analyze equipment energy use for optimizing systems.
  • Ability to work on and lead multiple projects concurrently.
  • Excellent communication skills: articulate, assertive, and confident.
  • Creative thinker with effective teamwork skills.
  • Project-related travel may occasionally be required for this position.


Additional Information
  • Sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future

About AECOM

AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Learn more about AECOM
Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
NASDAQ
ACM
* Ladders Estimates

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