Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

This Mechanical Engineer role leads the mechanical department and provides high-level technical design support for automotive and heavy industrial projects. The position focuses on the design and coordination of HVAC, chilled and hot water systems, fire protection, and energy utilization within complex facilities. You will manage projects from concept through construction, ensure code compliance, and guide a multidisciplinary team in delivering accurate and coordinated construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical department and provide technical design support to the design team throughout all project phases.
• Plan, organize, and manage mechanical engineering projects, including scope, schedule, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare schematic designs, construction documents, and specifications that meet owner requirements and comply with applicable codes and standards.
• Develop detailed design calculations, drawings, specifications, design analyses, and construction cost estimates for mechanical systems.
• Design and coordinate HVAC systems, facility mechanical systems, chilled water systems, hot water systems, and fire protection systems to support automotive and heavy industrial facilities.
• Evaluate and optimize energy utilization for mechanical systems to improve efficiency and performance.
• Perform construction-related services, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to requests for information, and providing timely technical clarifications.
• Conduct field and site surveys and observations to verify existing conditions, monitor construction progress, and ensure adherence to design intent.
• Collaborate and coordinate with engineers, architects, designers, owners, product manufacturers, vendors, and building contractors to integrate mechanical systems into overall project designs.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and quality of mechanical construction documents and their coordination with other disciplines.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing design environment.
• Communicate clearly in writing and verbally with project teams, clients, and construction partners to resolve issues and support successful project delivery.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant mechanical engineering work experience; candidates without professional licensure should demonstrate 15-20+ years of strong, relevant experience.
• Experience in project management, including planning, coordination, and delivery of mechanical engineering projects.
• Hands-on experience with HVAC systems in commercial, industrial, or automotive-related facilities.
• Experience with facility engineering, including integration of mechanical systems into complex buildings or industrial environments.
• Technical expertise in chilled water systems and hot water systems design and application.
• Experience with energy utilization and efficiency considerations for mechanical systems.
• Experience with fire protection systems and their integration with building and industrial processes.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD for mechanical design and documentation.
• Proficiency with Revit for building information modeling and coordination.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, direct, and support a design team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact effectively with clients, team members, and construction partners.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is highly preferred.
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) or Structural Engineer (SE) license is acceptable in lieu of a PE license when combined with strong experience.
• LEED certification is preferred and valued for sustainable design expertise.
• Experience in automotive and heavy industrial projects is a strong plus.
• Ability to ensure governmental code compliance and stay current with relevant standards and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to review shop drawings and respond to requests for information during construction.
• Experience performing field and site surveys and translating findings into accurate design documents.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, coordinated construction documents.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment and build positive relationships with internal and external partners.

Work Environment

This role operates within a full-service consulting architectural and engineering environment that focuses on automotive and heavy industrial projects. You will work in a collaborative office setting that uses tools such as AutoCAD and Revit to develop coordinated mechanical designs and construction documents. The position involves a mix of office-based design work and field or site visits to perform surveys and observations, so you should be comfortable transitioning between desk work and on-site conditions typical of industrial and construction environments. The culture emphasizes teamwork, open communication, and professional growth, with a reputation for stability and no history of layoffs over several decades. The workplace promotes a supportive and engaging atmosphere, including regular social events and casual, comfort-focused days. Standard professional attire is typically expected in the office, with appropriate safety and site-appropriate clothing required during field and construction site visits.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Beverly Hills, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120,000.00 - $140,000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance are offered. A 401(k) plan is available. Optional disability insurance and other voluntary benefits may be available. Employees have reported receiving 2 weeks of vacation initially, increasing to 3 weeks after 5 years. The company highlights growth opportunities, continuing education, training, and the use of current technology as part of its employee value proposition.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.