Job Description

About the Role

Are you seeking variety and technical challenges in your career? We're looking for a forward-thinking Chief Mechanical Engineer to lead quality control for mechanical design projects across diverse sectors including life sciences, mission-critical, commercial, and industrial industries. This is more than a typical engineering role-this is an opportunity to lead innovation, drive high-impact design strategies, and ensure project excellence from concept through completion.

Project Examples Include:

• Solving dehumidification challenges at food production facilities
• Designing advanced cleanrooms for pharmaceutical environments
• Driving energy efficiency improvements for large-scale data centers
• Engineering redundant systems for mission-critical infrastructure
• Designing commercial office buildings for major corporations

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead quality control efforts for all mechanical design projects, including initial planning, milestone reviews, and final approvals before permit and construction submissions
• Establish and uphold design standards for the Mechanical Division
• Mentor and guide a team of skilled mechanical engineers
• Promote and implement innovative solutions for complex engineering problems
• Oversee all phases of mechanical engineering, from initial design to project closeout
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and deliver high-performance design solutions
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory codes and industry standards
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience with 20+ years in the field)
• At least 10 years of mechanical engineering experience with proven leadership in successful project execution
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, systems, and applications
• Experience across multiple industries is a plus-training provided for unfamiliar sectors
• Exceptional leadership, mentorship, and communication skills
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align engineering solutions with client goals
• Proficiency in project management methodologies

What We Offer:

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on high-profile, cross-industry projects
• Flexible work schedule to support work-life balance
• A dynamic and collaborative work culture that fosters innovation
• Ongoing learning and development alongside experienced engineering professionals

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary range: $150,000 - $190,000 (commensurate with experience)
• Incentive pay for overtime hours
• Annual profit-sharing bonus (variable)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Additional coverage options: short-term disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, and supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match

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