Mechanical & Civil/Structural Engineering Manager – Solutions Engineering

WesTech Engineering • Salt Lake City, UT

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Our mission at WesTech is to help communities thrive by delivering high-quality water solutions with superior service – safely and sustainably. To achieve this mission, we recruit great people to be part of our collegial and collaborative teams in engineering, design, project management, field service, plant operations, professional services and more. As one of the leading operating brands of Swire Water, our values of integrity, humility, endeavor, excellence and continuity make this an outstanding working environment. Our continuing success creates attractive opportunities for purpose-driven professionals to develop new skills, support vital industries, and grow their careers. Summary The Mechanical & Civil/Structural Engineering Manager will lead and oversee a multidisciplinary team of project engineers and designers responsible for delivering high-quality mechanical, civil, and structural engineering designs for complex industrial projects. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple engineering disciplines to ensure projects meet design standards, client requirements, and regulatory compliance. The manager will coordinate and supervise engineering and design activities across these disciplines. Responsibilities include guiding and sometimes checking/approving the team through calculations, 3D modeling, layouts, drawing and specification production, and vendor verification processes, while ensuring adherence to project schedules and budgets. The position may require direct project involvement in a Project Engineer role or by supporting discipline leads through technical meetings, providing solutions, and maintaining strong customer relationships. The position will also oversee production of product design deliverables (GA’s, calculations, fabrication/shop drawings, etc.) for pump/pipe skids, chemical centers, mix tanks, sumps, and other misc. equipment as required to support Solutions Procurement Managers. Candidates for this position may be required to pass pre-employment and periodic screenings, including background checks, drug and alcohol tests, or other necessary assessments. Some of the work you will do: Leads, mentors and develops a team of project engineers and drafters/designers across mechanical, civil, and structural disciplines Completes own and/or reviews specifications, calculations, and design deliverables for accuracy and feasibility as needed Relevant engineering calculations, designs include: hydraulic pump/pipe sizing, piping layouts and supports, mechanical equipment layout and sizing, pipe stress analysis, piping specifications, P&ID support, site grading & drainage plans, erosion control, underground utilities, misc. structural steel design (platforms/walkways/utility racks), building plans, structural wind/seismic loads and anchor bolts. Supports the development of engineering standards and design criteria Provides guidance and oversight for team members managing subconsultants; including reviewing subcontract agreements, payment terms, and schedules Coordinate design/drafting resources and applications with other engineering manager(s) as required, including the CAD project templates and setup Allocate resources, manage workloads, and ensure timely delivery of engineering deliverables Travel may be required to support project needs: primarily in-person critical design reviews with the customer, and on-site construction/start-up activities. Travel may be up to 20%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an Engineering field.
• One or more years of supervisory experience, either direct or indirect.
• Demonstrated success in getting projects completed on time and within budget.
• Ability to communicate precisely and thoroughly in verbal, written and electronic formats, in both one-on-one and larger team situations.
• Ability to complete domestic and/or international travel, where required and withing reason.
• Ability to pass a criminal background, medical, or other related screenings as required by specific client locations.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products, databases, and similar computer programs.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license, Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.
• One or more years of direct supervisory experience.
• Prior experience as a WesTech Assistant Group Leader or Team Lead

Responsibilities

• Leads, mentors and develops a team of project engineers and drafters/designers across mechanical, civil, and structural disciplines
• Completes own and/or reviews specifications, calculations, and design deliverables for accuracy and feasibility as needed
• Relevant engineering calculations, designs include: hydraulic pump/pipe sizing, piping layouts and supports, mechanical equipment layout and sizing, pipe stress analysis, piping specifications, P&ID support, site grading & drainage plans, erosion control, underground utilities, misc. structural steel design (platforms/walkways/utility racks), building plans, structural wind/seismic loads and anchor bolts.
• Supports the development of engineering standards and design criteria
• Provides guidance and oversight for team members managing subconsultants; including reviewing subcontract agreements, payment terms, and schedules
• Coordinate design/drafting resources and applications with other engineering manager(s) as required, including the CAD project templates and setup
• Allocate resources, manage workloads, and ensure timely delivery of engineering deliverables
• Travel may be required to support project needs: primarily in-person critical design reviews with the customer, and on-site construction/start-up activities. Travel may be up to 20%.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses.
• Dollar for dollar 401K match of 6%.
• Flexible work hours, hybrid schedules with remote work options.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package with an onsite and virtual medical facility
• Company HSA contribution, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long-term Disability.
• PTO plan and Paid Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees