Department Head – Mechanical Engineering

Job Summary

The Department head role combines subject matter expertise in mechanical and plumbing systems with department-level oversight of design standards, technical development, quality assurance, and team management. The position requires a strong background in complex commercial, industrial, and manufacturing projects.

Job Duties

Technical Leadership

• Serve as the firm's Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Mechanical and Plumbing systems.
• Establish, implement, and maintain mechanical and plumbing design processes and standards.
• Stay informed of industry best practices, technologies, and trends to ensure C1S can effectively compete for projects and talent.

Department Oversight & People Management

• Support talent acquisition and talent management of mechanical and plumbing staff
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with other department heads and project leadership to allocate resources effectively and meet project timelines.
• Manage production and workload for mechanical design team.

Training & Mentorship

• Identify and prioritize the technical training needs of the mechanical and plumbing design team members; allocate time and resources to ensure the team’s technical skills are keeping pace with the team’s growth.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, supporting individual and team growth goals.
• Support onboarding of new design team members to ensure they are trained in C1S design processes.

Quality Assurance and Quality Control

• Manage and train QA/QC processes to ensure technical accuracy, constructability, and code compliance.
• Oversee QA/QC on active projects, providing feedback and coaching in real time.

Qualifications - Education And Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Mechanical Design, NCEES preferred
• 15+ years of mechanical design experience with MEP consulting or design-build firms.
• 5+ years in a team leadership or department management role.
• Proficient in REVIT, Trane Trace, and other mechanical design software.
• Knowledgeable in mechanical and plumbing design criteria related to advanced manufacturing facilities, cleanrooms, data centers, and other critical environments.
• Strong interpersonal and people skills. Ability to motivate and influence others.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.