Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical

Overview

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MSA Professional Services is looking for a Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical to lead the design of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems for K-12 schools, municipal buildings, and other commercial buildings
. In this role, you will be a key contributor in developing energy-efficient, sustainable, and code-compliant mechanical designs for facilities that shape our communities—from classrooms and gymnasiums to fire stations and city halls.

This role combines technical leadership with meaningful client engagement. You ll work closely with architects, other consulting engineers, and building owners to deliver systems that prioritize occupant comfort, indoor air quality, long-term operational efficiency, and community impact.

Our purpose is simple: to make communities stronger, safer, and more sustainable. We believe in the power of relationships, trust, and doing the right thing — and we take pride in seeing our work come to life. We offer a culture of mentorship, collaboration, and employee ownership in a flexible environment that supports work-life integration.

What you will do:

• Serve as the primary mechanical engineering contact for architectural K-12 and public-sector clients and building owners, guiding them through design decisions and system selections.
• Collaborate with architects, civil engineers, and other disciplines to integrate mechanical systems seamlessly into holistic building designs.
• Coordinate with utilities, permitting agencies, and code authorities to ensure timely approvals.
• Participate in public engagement and board meetings as needed for school or municipal projects.
• Mentor junior staff and share technical knowledge within internal Communities of Practice (COPs).

• Lead mechanical system design for a variety of building types, focusing on HVAC systems (VAV, geothermal, VRF, DX, boilers, chillers, etc.), ventilation and energy recovery systems, and building automation and controls integration.
• Design domestic water, sanitary, and storm plumbing systems with energy efficiency and sustainability strategies (including IECC and ASHRAE compliance).
• Conduct load calculations, equipment sizing, pressure loss analysis, and energy modeling as needed.
• Develop detailed construction drawings and specifications using Revit, AutoCAD, and other design tools.
• Stamp and certify mechanical construction documents in support of permit submittals and construction.

• Review designs, respond to RFIs, and support construction-phase services.
• Provide accurate cost estimates and support scope development for new projects and proposals.
• Ensure high-quality deliverables through rigorous self-checks and peer reviews in accordance with MSA s QA/QC procedures.

• Support MSA s strategic growth in the education and municipal markets by helping clients achieve energy performance goals and reduce lifecycle costs.
• Recommend process improvements and contribute to standardization of mechanical design practices across the firm.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical building systems design.
• Experience with K-12 and/or municipal building projects preferred.

• Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
• Ability and willingness to become licensed in additional states as needed.
• LEED AP, Certified Energy Manager (CEM), or related credentials a plus.

• Strong working knowledge of applicable codes and standards (IECC, IBC, ASHRAE 90.1, 62.1, and plumbing codes).
• Proficiency with Revit, Bluebeam, and mechanical system modeling/selections tools.
• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills; capable of managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Passion for mentoring and growing future engineering talent.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the…