Lead Mechanical Engineer - Buildings

This OpportunityBe involved in projects with our Property & Buildings - Mechanical Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!WSP is currently initiating a search for a Lead Mechanical - (Buildings) for our San Francisco, CA office.As a Mechanical Engineer with us, you will design HVAC systems including air distribution systems, chiller plants, geothermal systems and alternative energy solutions for a variety of projects including but not limited to Healthcare, Commercial, Laboratory, industrial and mission critical facilities.Your ImpactIndependently support the project team during design and construction stages of projects Design air distribution, hydronic and automated temperature controls systems Integrate complex mechanical engineering requirements into facility designs Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building ownersAttend client meetings and contribute to discussionsCollaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members and external vendors and manufacturers Communicate mechanical engineering concepts and decisions to clients and stakeholdersInteract regularly with clients, which includes maintaining current relationships and developing new relationships Mentor and train junior engineersTrack and coordinate all mechanical disciplines: HVAC, Energy, Controls, Fire Protection, Fire Alarm, Plumbing, Fuel Oil Storage / Management / DistributionProvide oversight of all aspects of mechanical design, review systems, drawings prior to issuance Select and schedule major equipment Develop project specifications Survey and evaluate existing conditions Perform construction administration tasksAssist in developing proposals and other business development activities as required.Who You AreThe ideal candidate has familiarity with Building Information Modeling using Revit, has strong communication skills, and an interest in liaising with internal and external design, client, and construction team members. Candidate should be willing to travel to client sites as required.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with mechanical building systems emphasis 7+ years of experience in designing mechanical systems for the high performing, commercial, industrial or healthcare facilities. Registered Professional Engineer (PE), if eligibleExcellent interpersonal skills, teamwork, and written and verbal communication skills Proficiency with applicable software including AutoCAD, Revit, Trane Trace and other engineering analysis programsKnowledge of building, mechanical, energy codes and other design standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, FGI, etc.)Preferred Qualifications:Experience with Healthcare ProjectsCompensation and Benefits:WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.Expected Salary: $118,000 - $175,230WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.#LI-JM1About WSPWSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. Full timePosting Date: 2025-12-23