Mechanical - Senior Engineer (District Utilities)
About The Position
Wiley|Wilson, a 100% employee-owned architecture and engineering firm, is looking to add a seasoned Senior Mechanical Engineer with expertise in district utilities to our Richmond, VA office. This role is ideal for a driven professional eager to help grow our established district energy practice, supporting both long-term clients and emerging partnerships. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in district heating and cooling systems, you will provide technical leadership across the planning, design, analysis, and delivery of district utility projects. You'll act as a subject matter expert, tackling complex engineering challenges, guiding design efforts, and ensuring system performance and reliability. The role includes involvement in central plant and distribution system design, close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and mentorship of junior staff-while advancing sustainable, efficient, and forward-thinking energy solutions.
Requirements
- At least 10 years of focused experience with district thermal utility systems, including both generation and distribution
- Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Demonstrated leadership and project management capabilities
- Eligibility to work in the U.S. and obtain a security clearance
Nice To Haves
- Experience with master planning
- Background in higher education facility design
- Experience supporting federal government projects
- Familiarity with geothermal or ambient loop systems
- LEED accreditation
Responsibilities
- Lead planning and design efforts for district thermal systems, including hot water, chilled water, and steam networks
- Contribute to business development initiatives within the district utilities sector
- Perform detailed engineering analyses, including life cycle cost evaluations (LCCA), and resolve complex technical issues
- Work collaboratively with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate mechanical systems into larger infrastructure projects
- Mentor and provide technical direction to junior engineers
- Support field investigations and system evaluations to align designs with site conditions and client needs
- Participate in design reviews to uphold quality, innovation, and system performance
- Assist with construction phase services
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Employee ownership through our ESOP program
- Work-from-home flexibility
- Multiple group health insurance options
- 401k with up to 6% matching contribution
- 24 days of paid time off (PTO)
- Five paid holidays per year
- Tuition reimbursement
- 80 hours of parental leave for the birth of a child or newly adopted child
- Hybrid work schedule
- Accommodations for individuals with disabilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
