Mechanical Engineering Lead
Associate, Mechanical Engineering Lead
Location: Houston, TX 77042
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Salary: $141,000–$180,000 annually
Experience Required: 12+ years
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Professional Engineering (PE) License: Required
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
Industry: Mechanical Engineering / Healthcare Construction
Position Overview
Client is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Lead to oversee the design and development of mechanical systems for healthcare facilities, including hospitals and medical centers.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience designing HVAC systems, managing engineering projects, leading teams, and working directly with clients.
This is a senior-level leadership position that combines hands-on mechanical engineering expertise with project management and team leadership.
Key Responsibilities
1. Mechanical Engineering & HVAC Design
- Lead the design of HVAC systems for hospitals and healthcare facilities.
- Oversee heating, cooling, ventilation, hydronic, and specialty exhaust systems.
- Ensure mechanical systems meet building codes, safety standards, and energy efficiency requirements.
- Review engineering drawings, technical reports, and specifications.
2. Project Management
- Manage large-scale healthcare engineering projects from design through construction.
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and clients.
- Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality standards.
- Oversee project deliverables and resolve technical challenges.
3. Team Leadership
- Lead and mentor mechanical engineers and junior staff.
- Supervise engineering teams and review their work.
- Potentially manage the Houston mechanical engineering team.
- Assist with hiring and developing engineering professionals.
4. Client & Business Development
- Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare clients.
- Attend client meetings and provide project updates.
- Help secure new engineering projects and business opportunities.
- Prepare proposals, negotiate contracts, and support business growth.
Required Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering |
| Experience | Minimum 12 years of professional mechanical engineering experience |
| PE License | Active U.S. Professional Engineer (PE) license required |
| Healthcare Experience | Significant experience designing mechanical systems for hospitals and inpatient healthcare facilities |
| HVAC Expertise | Strong experience designing commercial HVAC, airside, and hydronic systems |
| Project Leadership | Experience managing large, complex engineering projects |
| Team Management | Proven experience supervising and mentoring engineers |
| Client Management | Experience managing client relationships and supporting business development |
| Building Codes | Knowledge of ASHRAE, NFPA, LEED, and applicable healthcare building standards |
Preferred Qualifications
These qualifications are beneficial but not required:
- LEED Accreditation or WELL Certification.
- Experience with sustainable and energy-efficient building designs.
- Experience performing building energy analysis and energy modeling.
- Knowledge of airflow modeling and building thermal analysis.
- Experience developing new business and securing engineering contracts.