Director of Mechanical Engineering

Client update :

• California P.E. License : A current and active Professional Engineer license in the state of California is a non-negotiable requirement for this position.
• Industry Experience : This Director role requires a background leading teams within a design-build mechanical contracting firm. His recent experience appears to be focused on engineering consulting.
• Location : As this is a full-time, in-office role, we are prioritizing candidates local to the San Francisco Bay Area .

Job Title

Director of Mechanical Engineering

Industry

Construction

Employment Type

Full-Time

About the Role

As Director of Mechanical Engineering, you will lead our talented team of HVAC,

plumbing, and sprinkler engineers and designers at our production facility in San

Francisco. You will be responsible for the technical direction and successful

execution of all mechanical engineering designs for commercial facilities in the San

Francisco Bay Area. As a company heavily focused on design-build projects, this

role is crucial in fostering collaboration between engineering and field teams to

innovate our means and methods, ensuring the swiftest and highest level of quality

at a competitive price. This position requires a strategic leader who can mentor a

team, drive innovation, and provide the highest quality of work.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers and designers.

Oversee and perform the design and engineering of HVAC, plumbing, and sprinkler

systems.

Generate pre-construction budgets based on preliminary & schematic designs.

Ensure all designs meet code requirements and client performance

requirements / specifications.

Collaborate with clients, project managers, architects, engineers, field installation

crews, and other stakeholders.

Develop and implement engineering standards and best practices.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in professional mechanical (primarily HVAC) engineering

and design for commercial facilities.

Proven track record of leading and managing engineering teams.

Familiar with design-build project delivery, preferably in a tenant improvement and

existing building retrofit context

Proficient in CAD and BIM software tools

Call to Action

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a high-performing team and make a significant

impact on iconic projects in San Francisco. If you are a licensed Professional Mechanical

Engineer with a passion for excellence and a deep understanding of mechanical systems,

we want to hear from you.

Company Culture

As a family-owned company for over a century, we've built a culture of loyalty and support,

treating our employees like family and empowering them to build lasting careers with us.

Must-have Quals

Licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer (PE) in California.

10+ years of work experience as a licensed Mechanical Engineer designing HVAC

systems in buildings.

Comfortable working in an on-site setting and commuting daily to our San Francisco

location.

Salary Range

$200k-$225k