Mechanical Project Engineer

WB Engineers+Consultants•New York, NY

26d•$85,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lead the planning, design, and execution of building systems projects for clients across our Science & Technology and Mission Critical markets, including laboratories, life sciences facilities, pharmaceutical environments, telecommunications facilities, data centers, and secure government spaces. This role requires a technically strong engineer who can effectively manage client relationships, collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions from concept through construction.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Minimum 5+ years of experience in MEP consulting engineering, including mechanical system design and project coordination.
Experience designing HVAC systems for commercial, institutional, healthcare, laboratory, life sciences, mission critical, telecommunications, or similar complex facilities.
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, HVAC systems, building controls, and energy-efficient design practices.
Working knowledge of applicable building codes, industry standards, and engineering best practices.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to interact confidently with clients, contractors, and project teams.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing to a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and commitment to delivering high-quality engineering services.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain licensure.
Experience with Revit and BIM-based project delivery preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building trusted relationships through responsive communication, technical expertise, and exceptional service.
Contribute towards / lead mechanical engineering design efforts for projects ranging from renovations and tenant fit-outs to complex new construction developments.
Manage time and efforts over multiple projects simultaneously, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations.
Conduct field investigations, facility assessments, and building systems surveys to support design and technical recommendations.
Develop and oversee HVAC system designs, including heating and cooling load calculations, equipment sizing, system selection, and energy-efficient solutions.
Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical specifications, system narratives, reports, drawings, and construction documents.
Select and integrate mechanical equipment including air handling units, pumps, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, fans, and specialized systems.
Coordinate closely with electrical, plumbing, fire protection, structural, architectural, and owner stakeholders throughout project delivery.
Participate in client meetings, design reviews, presentations, and construction progress meetings.
Support construction administration activities including submittal reviews, RFIs, site observations, field reports, and project closeout.
Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, industry standards, client requirements, and firm quality standards.
Mentor junior engineers and designers while fostering a collaborative, team-first culture.
Partner with technical leaders and project teams to balance workloads, resolve technical challenges, and identify opportunities for additional services.