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Mechanical Engineering Lead

San Francisco, CA, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-06-17 → 2026-09-25

Core

Lead mechanical engineering teams to design custom building systems, manage project delivery, and mentor staff for complex infrastructure projects.

Role type

Senior Mechanical Engineering Lead (Discipline Lead)

Builds

Building engineering projects (HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, sustainable systems)

Domain

Commercial/Industrial Construction & Infrastructure

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Mechanical systems design, HVAC engineering fundamentals, load calculations, project management, team leadership, client relations, code compliance (California Building Codes), Design-Build delivery

Preferred skills

Advanced HVAC systems design, sustainable design certification, healthcare/federal market experience, plumbing/fire protection design, high-performance building standards

Technologies

ASHRAE, LEED, HCAI, Design-Build practices

Responsibilities

Mentor mid-level and junior engineers, develop calculations/drawings/specifications, coordinate with architectural/structural/electrical disciplines, lead client meetings, evaluate project staffing, identify prospective clients, assure design quality

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership duties

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