Senior Mechanical Engineer

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Do you have an innate curiosity when it comes to learning, implementing, and integrating the different pieces of a puzzle? Are you looking for the next step in your career that offers a lot of growth potential?

Do you have an innate curiosity when it comes to learning, implementing, and integrating the different pieces of a puzzle? Are you looking for the next step in your career that offers a lot of growth potential? If so, we are looking for you to join our exceptional team as our Senior Mechanical Engineer !

Who We Are

We’re Genesis AEC – an award-winning architecture, engineering, construction management, and CQV firm and a leader in the life sciences industry. Ranked #5 in Pharmaceutical Design by ENR magazine, we’re designing and constructing facilities that advance worldwide health. We’re proud to contribute to our Clients’ success, earning honors that include a 2021 ISPE Facility of the Year (FOYA) award and an ENR Mid-Atlantic’s Best Manufacturing Project award for our work at the National Institutes of Health.
Our culture is based on inclusion, one where all identities, backgrounds, and perspectives are embraced. When you’re on our team, you’ll find you are supported, challenged, and encouraged to grow, with opportunities, training, and a work-life balance to help you succeed.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and oversee a mechanical design team consisting of Project Engineers and Designers to ensure high-quality project delivery.
• Drive the development and review of complex engineering calculations, including HVAC load calculations, fan static pressure analysis, hydraulic calculations/modeling, and isometric analyses by Project Mechanical Engineers.
• Coordinate scheduling of field surveys and support the development of HVAC and Central Utility system layout and design, in collaboration with the Project Mechanical Engineer and Mechanical Designers.
• Coordinate closely with multi-disciplinary teams – including architects, other engineering disciplines, client representatives, facility operations, and contractors – to ensure cohesive project integration.
• Conduct facility infrastructure assessments, infrastructure/utility master planning, and perform code and energy evaluations.
• Lead the development of airflow diagrams, pressurization plans, zoning plans, and classification plans for Pharmaceutical and Life Science applications.
• Lead the development of equipment specifications, based on company standards, and in coordination with specific client and equipment vendor requirements.
• Manage the review of equipment submittals and shop drawings, prepare timely responses to RFI’s, and create punch list development and resolution.
• Assist the Chief Automation Engineer in the development of Instrumentation and Control Design for Mechanical systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years of relevant experience with increasing responsibilities
• Deep familiarity with Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Life Science, and Laboratory industries, with insight into client priorities, compliance standards, and market dynamics
• Proficiency in computerized HVAC load calculation and energy software
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives, including identifying project opportunities and supporting proposal efforts.
• Expertise in Mechanical systems design and engineering, including chilled water plants, steam and hot water boiler plants, custom and semi-custom air handling units, direct expansion (DX) system design, pumps, duct and air distribution systems, piping systems, and DDC control systems.
• Proficiency with MS Office and Adobe Professional software
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with client-facing roles and proposal development
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff in client relationship development and support their involvement in business development activities
• PE License

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE

• Our collaborative and positive culture sets us apart
• We offer schedule flexibility*, including 9-hour days Monday through Thursday and 4-hour Fridays, all year long; daily hours that accommodate your commuting or personal obligations; and a hybrid work week. *For field-based personnel, flexible scheduling may be subject to client/project site requirements.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and RX insurance plans, with two-thirds of your premiums and deductible paid!
• Competitive 401(k) match.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).
• Paid Parental Leave
• Thought leadership opportunities, including a $1,000 award for presenting or publishing your technical expertise!