Lead Mechanical Engineer (Mission Critical/Data Center)

WSP • Milwaukee, WI

3h

About The Position

kW Mission Critical Engineering, a member of WSP USA, is currently initiating a search for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Milwaukee, WI office.
As a Lead Mechanical Engineer with us, you will design complex cooling and HVAC systems, including air distribution systems, chiller plants, and alternative energy solutions while leading projects and a team of mechanical engineers.

Requirements

• Proven history of Mechanical or Architectural Engineering with mechanical building systems emphasis
• 7+ years of experience in designing mechanical systems for the high performing, commercial, industrial or mission critical/data center buildings
• Experience mentoring and training others in field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact well with others as well as develop and contribute to high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposals
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical systems and codes
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
• Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements
• The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
• Experience with the analysis of interior and exterior Computational Fluid Dynamics of airflow
• Mission Critical/Data Center experience
• Experience with international projects and knowledge of international codes and standards

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality technical and professional deliverables for projects and proposals
• Design complex and large air distribution (supply, return, exhaust) and hydronic systems (chilled water, heating water, etc.)
• Design Automatic building automation controls systems and specification for large air distribution and heat rejection systems
• Work within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners
• Attend client meetings and lead discussions
• Communicate complex mechanical engineering concepts and decisions to clients and stakeholders
• Directing complex mechanical engineering requirements and integrate into facility designs
• Collaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members and external equipment vendors and manufacturers
• Act as the lead mechanical engineer on projects and direct the project team
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers
• Perform project management activities including writing proposals, establishing budgets, and managing client interactions
• Coordinate activities concerned with technical development, scheduling, and resolving engineering design issues
• Survey and evaluate existing conditions
• Perform construction administration Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Benefits

• Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed