Mechanical Subject Matter Expert - Principal Engineer

Dewberry•Orlando, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Dewberry is seeking a Mechanical Subject Matter Expert/Principal Engineer to help grow its mechanical engineering practice in the Orlando, Florida office. The role combines technical leadership, staff development, client engagement, and business leadership. The engineer will guide the technical direction of mechanical engineering work, oversee quality and technical standards, and help develop staff and discipline managers. The position supports projects involving high-performance buildings, healthcare facilities, water and wastewater treatment systems, energy sustainability, resilient microgrids, and other specialized facilities and mechanical design services. The successful candidate will work with clients and colleagues across disciplines, advise on project goals and design solutions, and help evaluate project opportunities. The role also supports office and service-line operations, collaborates with senior leadership on growth strategies, and contributes to Dewberry’s nationwide MEPS community of practice. The position is based in Dewberry’s Orlando office and reports to the MEPS Service Line Chief Engineer.

Requirements

Licensed Florida Professional Engineer (P.E.).
At least 20 years of progressive technical experience in one or more of the following: HVAC system design, central utility plant design, thermal distribution system design (including chilled water, steam, or heating hot water), or control system design and commissioning.
Experience providing technical oversight for multiple concurrent projects.
Self-motivated, with highly developed verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Active professional engineering licenses in multiple states, or the ability to obtain additional licenses.
Experience developing, growing, and leading mechanical engineering teams.

Responsibilities

Grow, mentor, and develop mechanical staff and support the development of the MEPS team.
Ensure mechanical discipline managers provide timely technical guidance and quality oversight, including code review, for mechanical engineering project work.
Serve as a technical interface with code officials and contractors.
Provide technical training and development to staff and mentor discipline managers.
Oversee the development and improvement of mechanical standards, practices, guidelines, and specifications; lead development of office mechanical standards and coordinate them across offices through the Chief Engineer.
Ensure discipline managers consistently apply and comply with corporate quality management processes and procedures.
Participate in or lead local and national technical organizations, such as ASHRAE.
Provide timely technical advice, decisions, and cost estimates.
Serve as Engineer of Record on selected projects as needed.
Consult with clients about project goals, design concepts, solutions, and project economics.
Evaluate project opportunities and make Go/No Go determinations based on technical qualifications, resource availability, and business strategy and portfolio alignment.
Coordinate with client/project managers and department managers to resolve mechanical engineering conflicts.
Consult with senior leadership on developing and implementing growth strategies.
Assist the Office/Business Unit Manager with office operations, including staff organizational structure and office procedures.
Supervise mechanical discipline managers within an office or business unit and help them operate their departments effectively.
Assist the Chief Engineer with the MEPS Service Line’s Mechanical community of practice, supporting inter-office operations and completing delegated tasks.