Just Construction Recruitment
Senior/Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Just Construction Recruitment, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Senior/Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Base pay range: $140,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr
Location: Atlanta – Hybrid
Sector: Construction, Healthcare, Education, Data centres or Airports
Overview We are seeking a highly experienced
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (P.E.)
to lead mechanical engineering strategy, design oversight, and project delivery for complex
healthcare and education building services
projects. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record delivering high-performance, code-compliant mechanical systems within mission-critical environments.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Project Management
Serve as mechanical engineering lead for major healthcare and education projects, managing full lifecycle delivery.
Oversee multidisciplinary project teams, guiding engineers, designers, and external consultants.
Act as a technical authority for HVAC, plumbing, med-gas, and building mechanical systems.
Mechanical Systems Design
Develop and review HVAC, hydronic, air distribution, and plumbing systems for hospitals, labs, universities, and specialty learning environments.
Ensure all designs meet applicable codes (ASHRAE, IBC, IMC, NFPA, FGI Guidelines for healthcare).
Conduct load calculations, system modeling, equipment sizing, and sustainability/energy efficiency analysis.
Quality, Compliance & Technical Oversight
Approve engineering deliverables including drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
Perform QA/QC reviews, ensuring engineering excellence and risk mitigation.
Provide expert judgment on complex mechanical problems and system failures.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as the primary mechanical point of contact for clients, architects, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
Present designs, resolve technical issues, and ensure alignment with client goals and project constraints.
Construction Support
Support pre-construction and construction phases, including submittal reviews, RFI responses, and site observations.
Provide field engineering expertise to ensure successful installation and commissioning.
Required Qualifications
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
(Not mandatory but preferred)
8 to 10+ years of mechanical design experience in building services, including substantial work in healthcare, aviation, residential, or education sectors.
Expertise in HVAC, plumbing, med-gas, and energy systems design.
Strong proficiency with Revit, BIM tools, and mechanical engineering software.
Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with sustainable design, high-performance buildings, and energy modeling.
Prior leadership of multidisciplinary or regional engineering teams.
Ability to win, grow, and manage key client accounts.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Design
Industries: HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing, Hospitals and Health Care, Construction
Benefits
Medical insurance
Pension plan
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
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Location: Atlanta – Hybrid
Sector: Construction, Healthcare, Education, Data centres or Airports
Overview We are seeking a highly experienced
Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (P.E.)
to lead mechanical engineering strategy, design oversight, and project delivery for complex
healthcare and education building services
projects. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record delivering high-performance, code-compliant mechanical systems within mission-critical environments.
Key Responsibilities Leadership & Project Management
Serve as mechanical engineering lead for major healthcare and education projects, managing full lifecycle delivery.
Oversee multidisciplinary project teams, guiding engineers, designers, and external consultants.
Act as a technical authority for HVAC, plumbing, med-gas, and building mechanical systems.
Mechanical Systems Design
Develop and review HVAC, hydronic, air distribution, and plumbing systems for hospitals, labs, universities, and specialty learning environments.
Ensure all designs meet applicable codes (ASHRAE, IBC, IMC, NFPA, FGI Guidelines for healthcare).
Conduct load calculations, system modeling, equipment sizing, and sustainability/energy efficiency analysis.
Quality, Compliance & Technical Oversight
Approve engineering deliverables including drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
Perform QA/QC reviews, ensuring engineering excellence and risk mitigation.
Provide expert judgment on complex mechanical problems and system failures.
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as the primary mechanical point of contact for clients, architects, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
Present designs, resolve technical issues, and ensure alignment with client goals and project constraints.
Construction Support
Support pre-construction and construction phases, including submittal reviews, RFI responses, and site observations.
Provide field engineering expertise to ensure successful installation and commissioning.
Required Qualifications
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
(Not mandatory but preferred)
8 to 10+ years of mechanical design experience in building services, including substantial work in healthcare, aviation, residential, or education sectors.
Expertise in HVAC, plumbing, med-gas, and energy systems design.
Strong proficiency with Revit, BIM tools, and mechanical engineering software.
Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with sustainable design, high-performance buildings, and energy modeling.
Prior leadership of multidisciplinary or regional engineering teams.
Ability to win, grow, and manage key client accounts.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Design
Industries: HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing, Hospitals and Health Care, Construction
Benefits
Medical insurance
Pension plan
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
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