Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Direct Hire Opportunity | Superior Skilled Trades

Location: Baltimore, MD
Pay: Based on Experience
Employment Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time

Job Overview

Superior Skilled Trades is partnered with a company seeking an experienced and licensed Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Baltimore, MD!

This position is responsible for designing, developing, and coordinating mechanical systems for commercial and technically complex construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering design, HVAC systems, piping, hydronic systems, and construction administration.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams to deliver high-quality, code-compliant, and constructible mechanical solutions throughout all phases of project design and construction.

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with strong technical expertise, project coordination experience, and the ability to work independently while supporting successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage mechanical drawings, specifications, and engineering calculations from conceptual design through construction documentation.

• Design and evaluate HVAC, piping, hydronic, and mechanical equipment systems in accordance with applicable codes and industry standards.

• Prepare and review mechanical engineering deliverables to ensure accuracy, quality, and coordination with project requirements.

• Utilize CAD and 3D modeling software to develop and review detailed mechanical drawings and models.

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and other project stakeholders to ensure coordinated and constructible designs.

• Lead construction administration activities, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to Requests for Information (RFIs), and conducting site visits.

• Assist project managers with project scope, cost tracking, technical coordination, and risk evaluation.

• Identify and resolve mechanical design challenges throughout the project lifecycle.

• Ensure mechanical designs meet applicable building codes, safety regulations, and engineering standards.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives, technical development, and engineering best practices.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

• 6+ years of professional mechanical engineering experience required.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience required.

• Strong experience designing HVAC, piping, hydronic, and mechanical equipment systems.

• Experience preparing mechanical drawings, specifications, and engineering calculations.

• Proficiency with CAD and mechanical design/modeling software.

• Working knowledge of applicable mechanical codes, building standards, and engineering regulations.

• Experience with construction administration, including shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and site inspections.

• Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple project responsibilities with limited supervision.

• Experience supporting project scope management, cost tracking, and technical risk evaluation.

• NCEES record for professional licensure maintenance preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with complex commercial, healthcare, life sciences, higher education, or advanced technology projects.

• Experience coordinating mechanical designs with architectural, structural, electrical, and plumbing disciplines.

• Strong understanding of construction processes and mechanical system installation requirements.

• Experience supporting project managers and mentoring junior engineering team members.

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Direct-hire opportunity with an established organization.

• Work on technically challenging and innovative engineering projects.

• Collaborate with experienced engineering and construction professionals.

• Opportunity for continued professional development and career advancement.

• Contribute to projects that emphasize quality, innovation, and sustainable design.