Senior Mechanical Engineer

Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.


Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.


Join us and design your place with Stantec.


Your Opportunity


We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to help lead exciting and complex projects to join our DC office.


Your Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prepare schematic design, design development, and construction documents
• Design mechanical systems including heating, cooling, heat rejection, air distribution, ventilation, air conditioning, building automation and controls
• Incorporate sustainable design methods in buildings and prepare green rating system documentation
• Assist in spatial coordination with architecture and other engineering systems
• Deliver projects across multiple delivery models, including design/bid/build, design assist, design build
• Process contractor submittals, RFIs
• Perform on site condition surveys
• Produce quality work
• Provide mentoring and direction to junior members of the project team or engineering discipline
• Use technology and methodologies to create innovative approaches to building design
• Consistently strive to improve technical quality of work product by keeping abreast of new technologies, changes in building codes, and advances in the industry
• Work collaboratively in a cross-discipline environment to produce integrated project documents, and insure integrated design approaches & solutions
• Assist in the procurement of high-quality work; including marketing / proposal efforts and project interviews
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams on projects related to Government, Healthcare, Higher Education and Science & Technology
• Maintain strong client relations as it pertains to project delivery and repeat business
• Perform and maintain thorough QA/QC on all phases of projects
• Participates in recruiting efforts across the firm

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• LEED AP BD+C preferred
• Evidence of public recognition of expertise preferred (e.g. articles, conference papers, ASHRAE committee membership, or speaking engagements)
• Familiarity with BIM
• Maintain technical competence by staying current on appropriate codes and technologies
• Proficient in the use of state-of-the-art tools for engineering design and documentation, including Revit
• Thorough understanding of the engineering systems within a specific discipline
• Thorough understanding of advanced engineering principles and calculations
• General understanding of engineering principles and systems within other disciplines
• Monitors & manages project budgets to ensure cost effective delivery
• Expertise in area of concentration
• Effective communication skills (written and oral).
• Demonstrated thoroughness in design coordination and contract document development in area of concentration
• Demonstrated record of consistent quality work
• Able to work with little or no supervision
• Ability to lead others and foster teamwork
• Business development capabilities, commercial/financial awareness
• Project management and supervisor experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge in sustainable building design

Education and Experience

• Professional Degree in Engineering required from an accredited four-year university
• P.E. License required
• 15+ years of experience

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.


About Stantec


Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.


Pay Range:
• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas-$126,400.00 - $189,600.00 Annually


Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.


Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).


Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.


The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements


Primary Location: United States | DC | Washington

Organization: 4016 Buildings-US ACQ PSP Northeast BE-Washington DC

Employee Status: Regular

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 16/06/2026 05:06:22

Req ID: 1006348


Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.