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Principal Mechanical Engineer

Metric Geo

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Austin/Philadelphia/NYC

About the Role

Performs engineering and technical design activities for assigned projects, ensuring work meets company standards, schedules, budgets, and quality requirements. Develops low- to moderate-complexity engineering solutions, coordinates with senior engineers and other disciplines, and provides technical direction to junior staff and designers.

Responsibilities

  • Develop engineering designs, studies, analyses, and technical documents.
  • Follow company technical policies, procedures, and quality standards.
  • Coordinate designs with Project Managers, engineers, contractors, suppliers, and clients.
  • Delegate and review work performed by junior engineers, designers, and CAD staff.
  • Assist with project budgets, schedules, proposals, presentations, and performance evaluations.
  • Review shop drawings and record changes; perform construction inspections.
  • Use engineering and design software to produce project deliverables.
  • Support technical training and professional/client relationships.
  • Deliver assigned work on time, within budget, and to a high technical standard.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
  • Minimum 10 years of related engineering/consulting experience.
  • Experience leading design projects and overseeing engineering/design tasks.
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