Sr Lead Mechanical Engineer

Design Hire • Concord, NC

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Design Hire is seeking a Sr Lead Mechanical Engineer / Office Manager to lead the mechanical engineering team in the client's Charlotte, North Carolina office. The role combines hands-on mechanical engineering, project management, team leadership, client development, and support for office operations within a multidisciplinary building engineering practice. The position focuses on HVAC, plumbing, process piping, and fire protection design, while overseeing projects from concept through construction administration and helping grow the Charlotte mechanical engineering team. Work is primarily onsite in Charlotte, with occasional remote flexibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 10 years of mechanical engineering experience, preferably within an architectural/engineering consulting firm.
• Strong technical background in building mechanical systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams, mentoring junior engineers, and managing multiple projects.
• Experience overseeing project budgets, schedules, and technical deliverables.
• Strong client-facing communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain professional relationships.
• Ability to work primarily onsite in Charlotte, with occasional remote flexibility.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license, ideally in North Carolina; not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a mechanical engineering team of three junior/mid-level engineers and an experienced remote engineer, providing technical guidance, oversight, and quality control.
• Manage mechanical engineering projects from initial concept through design, construction documentation, and construction administration, covering HVAC, plumbing, process piping, and fire protection systems.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and financial performance while maintaining engineering quality and client satisfaction.
• Serve as a primary client contact, coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, evaluate design solutions, and maintain client relationships.
• Support office operations, proposal development, business development, and the growth of the Charlotte mechanical engineering team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior