Mechanical Engineering Department Manager (MEP) - Arlington, VA
About The Position
Bala Consulting Engineers is seeking an experienced senior Mechanical Engineer (MEP) to lead its Washington, DC-area Mechanical Engineering Departments and support the function enterprise-wide. The role focuses on organizational advancement, both operationally and technically, and calls for an entrepreneurial and intrapreneurial approach. The manager will help implement operational and technical processes and expertise, evaluate forward-thinking system designs, and serve as a technical leader for engineering staff. The position also includes department management, project oversight, collaboration with internal and external partners, and preparation of engineering-related presentations. Bala is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered in Wayne, Pennsylvania, with offices including Arlington, Virginia. Its projects span high-rise, mission-critical, multi-unit housing, commercial office, higher education, transportation, adaptive reuse, and life science facilities. The role is based in the office, with one day of remote work available for full-time roles. Bala offers a competitive market salary structure and a comprehensive benefits package.
Requirements
- More than 10 years of experience in mechanical design (MEP).
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Skilled technical writer.
- Expert knowledge of building codes.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated, able to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Knowledge of sustainable certification programs.
- Strong software skills, including Revit.
Nice To Haves
- Team supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Implement operational and technical processes and expertise.
- Review and evaluate forward-thinking system designs to develop best-in-class designs.
- Serve as an engineering leader and technical expert, answering questions and resolving issues raised by engineering staff.
- Create detailed engineering plans, processes, and procedures for engineering staff to use and follow.
- Propose and oversee budgets and timelines for engineering projects.
- Check and confirm the accuracy of work performed and methods used by engineering staff.
- Communicate and collaborate with other managers, suppliers, and contractors.
- Prepare and deliver engineering-related presentations internally and externally.
- Manage the department, including recruitment, hiring, coaching, and leadership.
- Support the mechanical engineering function enterprise-wide and contribute to organizational advancement.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Up to five weeks of PTO based on years of experience.
- Eight paid holidays.
- Eight hours of Volunteer Time Off.
- Tuition and licensure reimbursement.
- Federal student loan assistance, including a match of up to $5,250 per year.
- Section 529 college savings plan.
- Employee referral program.
- One day of remote work for full-time roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
