Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Lead Mechanical Engineer
Lead mechanical engineer overseeing design, construction, and maintenance of building systems.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The engineer will collect and analyze data from sites, surveys, blueprints, and technical drawings to support project development, design, and construction. Responsibilities include applying advanced mechanical engineering techniques throughout concept development, preliminary and final design, procurement, construction, and operation phases, as well as developing construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, safety and phasing plans, and updating infrastructure layouts in coordination with owners and other stakeholders. Key duties also involve incorporating advanced technologies and modeling techniques, verifying site characteristics, overseeing cross‑functional teams, coordinating and approving installation designs, preparing visualizations and technical reports, and implementing health and safety plans. The role requires interaction with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients, collaboration on federally and locally funded projects, and adherence to WSP’s ethical standards and code of conduct. • Collect and analyze site data, surveys, blueprints, and technical drawings for project development. • Apply mechanical engineering techniques across all project phases, from concept to operation. • Develop construction and installation plans, specifications, cost estimates, and safety phasing plans. • Incorporate advanced technologies, monitoring devices, and modeling techniques into designs. • Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on temperature control, air distribution, hydronic, and plumbing systems. • Oversee cross‑functional engineering teams, managing budgets, schedules, and material quantities. • Coordinate and approve installation design plans ensuring compliance with codes and regulations. • Prepare visualizations, tables, charts, and technical drawings to communicate complex data. • Produce comprehensive technical reports and presentations for stakeholders. • Analyze field investigation data and develop action plans for risk mitigation. • Create and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs). • Interact professionally with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients. • Collaborate on federal, state, and local improvement projects and business development opportunities. • Stay current with latest mechanical engineering practices and technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸data analysis
- ▸mechanical design
- ▸construction plans
- ▸advanced modeling
- ▸team management
- ▸safety plans
What You Bring
Qualified candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related discipline), possess a professional engineering license, and have 7–10 years of relevant experience, including extensive knowledge of building and infrastructure design and construction management. Required skills include strong technical computations, inspection planning, effective communication, leadership of junior staff, proficiency with design software (e.g., AutoCAD, CAM), and a proven commitment to workplace safety and quality assurance. • Demonstrate ethical decision‑making and adherence to WSP’s Code of Conduct. • Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and a professional engineering license. • Possess 7–10 years of mechanical design and infrastructure project experience. • Expertise in building and infrastructure design, hazardous substance reduction, and code compliance. • Strong technical computation, inspection planning, and problem‑solving abilities. • Proficient in AutoCAD, CAM, load calculations, predictive modeling, and technical writing. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for both engineering and non‑engineering audiences. • Ability to lead junior staff, work independently, and manage multiple priorities. • Willingness to work flexible schedules and travel as required by project needs.
Requirements
- ▸mechanical eng
- ▸pe license
- ▸7-10 yrs
- ▸autocad
- ▸cam
- ▸leadership
Benefits
Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree, LEED certification, and OSHA HAZWOPER training. Compensation includes a salary range of $114,000–$169,290 and a comprehensive benefits suite (medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement). WSP is a global engineering firm dedicated to creating lasting solutions for communities, offering a flexible workplace model and equal‑opportunity employment.
Work Environment
Hybrid