Lead Mechanical Engineer

The Opportunity

PAE is looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to manage project teams, oversee discipline-specific design work, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. This role is responsible for producing high quality technical deliverables including narratives, calculations, drawings, and specifications while coordinating closely with internal and external partners. The position requires strong expertise in HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and energy modeling, along with the ability to apply engineering judgment from concept through construction.

Additional responsibilities include mentoring staff, performing site visits, improving company standards, developing client relationships, and upholding the project quality management plan. Qualified candidates should have a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, bring 5-10 years of relevant experience, including 2-4 years in a lead role, along with proven leadership, advanced technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and proficiency with Revit or AutoCAD.

A PE credential is preferred but not required.

Who We Are

PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs.

As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.

What You'll Do

• Project team leadership and discipline management, responsible for completing the project on time within budget
• Responsible for the preparation of deliverable documents including narratives, calculations, drawings and specifications
• Attend client meetings, lead the coordination effort between external and internal project teams
• Independently evaluate and apply engineering judgment, techniques, and procedures to complete a project from concepts through construction
• Proficient in mechanical system design, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection and Energy Modeling
• Assemble effective project teams
• Develop project workplans, tasks and assignments for the team
• Thorough understanding of interdisciplinary coordination
• Advanced understanding of the application of building codes and mechanical industry standards
• Oversee engineering calculations and equipment selection
• Perform site visits and issues reports
• Provide training, guidance and mentorship for staff
• Provide updates to master specifications and standards, and improve company processes
• Develop client relationships
• Oversee the application of the project quality management plan (QMP)
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering for discipline work
• Relevant professional credential (i.e., PE)
• Requires a minimum of 2-4 years Lead Mechanical or 5-10 years' related work experience
• Must have experience in a leadership role
• Inspire and motivate staff
• Serve as a technical resource for the company
• Advanced understanding of mechanical engineering concepts, able to effectively communicate design options
• Able to assemble and run a team
• Strong delegation skills
• Attention to detail and advanced organizational skills
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Revit/AutoCAD

What We Offer

• Hiring Base Salary Range: $113,500-$149,100annual
  • This position is eligible for time and a half overtime pay

The base salary is one component of PAE's competitive compensation package for employees. We take into consideration a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic location in determining exact salary offered. At PAE, employees are eligible for annual compensation reviews based on performance and business needs. The above range represents PAE's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of…