Senior Mechanical Engineer
About The Position
STV is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join its Buildings team in Boston. The role leads the design and delivery of mechanical systems for a diverse portfolio of commercial, institutional, healthcare, higher education, federal, transportation, and public-sector projects. The engineer provides technical leadership throughout project development, from concept and schematic design through construction administration, and supports the planning, design, and delivery of mechanical building systems for public- and private-sector clients. The role contributes to high-quality, code-compliant solutions while supporting client relationships, technical coordination, and staff development. STV's Buildings Division provides integrated engineering, architecture, planning, and construction management services for public agencies and private-sector clients nationwide. Its project sectors include transit terminals and transportation facilities; maintenance and operations facilities; commercial and mixed-use developments; healthcare and public health facilities; government and municipal facilities; public safety, law enforcement, and correctional facilities; and industrial and manufacturing facilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Minimum of 13 years of relevant experience in HVAC and mechanical systems design for commercial, industrial, municipal, institutional, transportation, and government facilities.
- Demonstrated experience leading mechanical design tasks or projects and mentoring junior technical staff.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water and heating hot water systems, ventilation and exhaust systems, building automation and controls coordination, and energy-efficient building systems.
- Proficiency with Revit and BIM-based design workflows, including 3D mechanical modeling.
- Experience using HVAC load calculation and energy modeling software.
- Competency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.
- Working knowledge of ASHRAE standards and guidelines, NFPA standards, building codes, mechanical codes, energy codes, and applicable local and state requirements.
- Experience preparing specifications, technical reports, construction documents, calculations, and cost estimates.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, agencies, and project stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Plan, design, and deliver HVAC and mechanical systems for building-focused projects.
- Develop mechanical design concepts and perform engineering calculations, system sizing, and equipment selections.
- Prepare construction documents, design reports, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
- Perform HVAC load calculations, energy modeling, ventilation analyses, life-cycle cost evaluations, and code compliance reviews.
- Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, plumbing and fire protection engineers, and other project stakeholders.
- Support project leadership activities, including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
- Lead mechanical tasks and workstreams while coordinating deliverables across multidisciplinary project teams.
- Meet with clients to discuss project requirements, present technical recommendations, and support resolution of design issues.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, designers, and BIM/Revit staff.
- Stay current with building technologies, energy codes, decarbonization strategies, and industry best practices.
Benefits
- Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and transit and parking where applicable
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- 401(k) Plan
- Retirement Counseling
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Back-Up Dependent Care
- Parental Leave
- Continuing Education Program
- Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
