Senior Mechanical Engineer-Sr. Project Manager

Pae Consulting Engineers • Spokane, WA

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

PAE is looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineering Leader to manage project teams, oversee budgets, and guide technical design work as a Lead Engineer or Engineer of Record in our Spokane, WA. office. This role supports company-wide technical improvement, engages in business development, strengthens client relationships, and represents PAE through presentations and industry involvement. It also includes mentoring staff, contributing to company standards, and ensuring quality management across projects. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree, 12+ years of industry experience, a licensed Professional Engineer (PE), and a strong background in leadership and project management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering for discipline work
• 12+ years of industry experience
• Relevant professional credential within discipline (PE, CPD, RCDD, etc.)
• Must have significant experience in a management or leadership role
• Inspire and motivate staff
• Effective leadership and people skills
• Lead and manage projects successfully and profitably
• Demonstrate commitment to PAE
• Serve as a senior technical resource for the company
• Project leadership skills including billing, reporting, resource allocation and scheduling
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Revit/AutoCAD

Responsibilities

• Project team leadership and budget management as Project Manager with approval.
• Utilize tools and resources for project planning, forecasting, progress tracking
• Technical leadership of PAE’s design scope as Lead Engineer and/or Engineer of Record (EOR) with approval
• Improve the technical operations of the company
• Active engagement in PAE’s success
• Interview for projects
• Effectively communicate design options to a diverse stakeholder group
• Develop and maintain client relationships
• Present to clients, staff and at industry events
• Provide mentorship, training and development for staff
• Significant involvement in company standards and improve company processes
• Enforce the project quality management plan (QMP)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Performance Bonus
• Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401k account contribution
• Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
• Commuter benefit
• Cell phone stipend
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation- work hard and take time off when you need it.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees