MSA Professional Services Inc

Senior Project Engineer Mechanical

MSA Professional Services Inc$97K — $156K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
  • 10+ years of relevant engineering experience (8+ years with a master's degree)
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • Expertise in HVAC and/or plumbing system design for building projects
  • Strong proficiency in Revit and other engineering modeling tools
  • Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
  • Proven ability to lead complex projects and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of HVAC and/or plumbing systems for complex building projects
  • Develop construction documents, technical reports, and engineering studies
  • Manage scope, schedule, and budget for assigned tasks or project phases
  • Serve as a technical leader in client meetings and design discussions
  • Provide oversight during construction, including site visits and field investigations
  • Mentor and train junior and mid-level engineers and designers
  • Identify risks and proactively develop solutions to maintain project performance.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment that promotes open doors, new ideas, and honest opinions
  • Encouragement to explore interests and apply skills across multi-disciplinary opportunities
  • Support when you need it and independence when you don’t
  • Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with shares received at no cost
  • Generous 401(k) employer match that is immediately 100% vested
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents
  • Minimum 17 days of paid time off in the first year.
  • 8 paid holidays annually
  • 2 weeks of paid parental leave for both parents, with additional leave for birth parents
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance coverage
  • Annual performance-based bonus opportunity.
Full Job Description
Overview

Make an Impact at MSA

Bring your expertise in HVAC and plumbing systems to projects that directly serve communities across Wisconsin. As a Senior Project Engineer 6 Mechanical, you will lead the design and delivery of high-performing building systems while mentoring the next generation of engineers. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where your decisions shape project outcomes, client relationships, and long-term infrastructure performance.

 

In this role, you will lead discipline-specific design efforts, provide technical oversight, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and efficient mechanical solutions. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, guiding projects through design and construction while ensuring quality, performance, and client satisfaction.

 

This role can be onsite or hybrid out of our St Paul MN office.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Design

  • Lead the design and implementation of HVAC and/or plumbing systems for complex building projects
  • Perform and review advanced engineering calculations, system layouts, and specifications
  • Develop construction documents, technical reports, and engineering studies
  • Provide technical oversight and QA/QC review of deliverables

Project Execution

  • Lead planning and execution of complex project components with a high degree of autonomy
  • Coordinate across disciplines to ensure integrated and efficient system designs
  • Manage scope, schedule, and budget for assigned tasks or project phases
  • Identify risks and proactively develop solutions to maintain project performance

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Serve as a technical leader in client meetings and design discussions
  • Communicate complex engineering concepts clearly to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies
  • Support proposal development and business development efforts
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships

Construction & Field Support

  • Provide oversight during construction, including site visits and field investigations
  • Resolve complex field issues in real time and support contractors and field staff
  • Ensure compliance with contract documents and design intent

Mentorship & Team Development

  • Mentor and train junior and mid-level engineers and designers
  • Provide technical guidance, coaching, and quality reviews
  • Contribute to team development and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor 27s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

Experience

  • 10+ years of relevant engineering experience (8+ years with a master 27s degree)

Licensure

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required

Skills

  • Expertise in HVAC and/or plumbing system design for building projects
  • Advanced knowledge of engineering principles, codes, and industry standards
  • Strong proficiency in Revit and other engineering modeling tools
  • Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills
  • Proven ability to lead complex projects and coordinate multidisciplinary teams
  • Strong understanding of project financials, budgeting, and scheduling
BEST-IN-INDUSTRY BENEFITS

The salary for this position ranges from $97,000 to $156,000, with higher compensation possible for candidates with significant experience and exceptional qualifications.

  • Better Together 6 A collaborative work environment that promotes open doors, new ideas, and honest opinions.
  • Multi-disciplinary Opportunities 6 As multi-talented people in a multi-disciplinary firm, we encourage employees to explore interests, seek new experiences, and apply their skills where they can make the greatest impact.
  • We 27ve Got Your Back 6 Support when you need it and independence when you don 27t.
  • Commitment to DEIB 6 We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and where diverse perspectives drive innovation.
  • Passion & Purpose 6 We are passionate about what we do and proud of it.
  • Communities of Practice 6 Our Communities of Practice bring together experts across disciplines to collaborate, share knowledge, and generate new ideas.
Additional Benefits

Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) 6 As a 100% employee-owned company, eligible employees receive company shares at no cost

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan 6 Generous employer match that is immediately 100% vested

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance for employees and eligible dependents

  • Paid Time Off 6 Minimum of 17 days in the first year

  • Paid Holidays 6 8 holidays annually

  • Paid Parental Leave 6 2 weeks for both parents, with additional paid leave for birth parents

  • Employer-Paid Insurance 6 Life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

  • Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP) 6 Annual performance-based bonus opportunity

About MSA Professional Services Inc

MSA Professional Services Inc is an engineering consulting firm that provides a wide range of services to public and private clients. The company was founded in 1962 and is headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin. MSA offers services in the areas of transportation, water, environment, and land development. The company has over 350 employees and operates in multiple locations throughout the United States. MSA's mission is to provide innovative and sustainable solutions to its clients' most complex challenges. The company is committed to delivering high-quality work and building long-term relationships with its clients.
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