Job SummaryAn opportunity for a Lead Mechanical Engineer is available with Facilities Planning and Development, UM Health. The position reports to the Manager of Engineering. The Facilities Planning and Development department provides a broad spectrum of services related to facilities operations and project construction.
Responsibilities*- Performs a variety of engineering work in the planning and design of the various mechanical systems used in healthcare facilities. These systems include HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and medical gas systems. Coordination and/or participation in the preparation of estimates and/or plans and specifications for several concurrent new building, building renovation, and/or infrastructure upgrade projects. Able to put together a set of Construction Documents (CDs) for execution by turnkey or bid & award construction process. Such projects may be single discipline or multi-discipline.
- Plan, direct, supervise, coordinate, and participate in the preparation of studies, reports, and budget estimates as part of project work and problem solving. Advise on health systems' routine capital planning.
- Provide in-office and on-site troubleshooting activities associated with maintenance operations and construction projects. Provide direction, leadership, and oversight to resolve issues.
- Provide leadership, engineering expertise, and participate in the preparation of, maintenance of, and implementation of office and University standards, Master Plans, Design Guidelines, Master Specifications, Preferred Manufacturers Lists, and standard design details
Required Qualifications*- Min 10 years of experience in the design & construction industry, much of which focused on healthcare.
- Maintains a Professional Engineer license with the State of Michigan or has the ability to become registered within 18 months from the date of hire.
- Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge in mechanical system design in healthcare facilities.
- Has acquired a bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
- Candidate should have excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Familiarity with normally encountered office automation software (Microsoft products, email, etc.) and AutoCAD design experience is desired.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Modes of WorkPositions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time and for any reason throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .
Underfill StatementThis position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Application DeadlineJob openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
Job DetailJob Opening ID283322
Working TitleMechanical Engineer Lead
Job TitleMechanical Engineer Lead
Work LocationMichigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of WorkHybrid
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
FLSA StatusExempt
Organizational GroupUm Hospital
DepartmentMM Facilities Planning
Posting Begin/End Date9/21/2026 - 10/05/2026
Career InterestEngineering & Architecture
