Delivers data‑driven optimization and engineering design for mission‑critical central energy plants.
Lead and grow the chiller plant design team, set strategy, and oversee client projects.
11 days ago ago
$160,000 - $250,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
New York, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
26 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Consulting
Project Management
Construction services
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Central Plant Optimization
Chiller Plant Upgrades
Turnkey Upgrades
Facilities Training
Building Automation
Role
Description
project oversight
team leadership
talent acquisition
strategic planning
cultural leadership
Client & Project Oversight: Provide leadership and technical oversight of projects, ensuring successful outcomes while leveraging the technical expertise of the team.
Cultural Leadership: Foster a low-ego environment where the team's technical brilliance is balanced with humility and effective communication.
Team Management & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage the design team, ensuring their professional growth and success.
Talent Acquisition: Working closely with the internal Recruitment team you will play a key role in the hiring process, from defining requirements to interviewing through onboarding, building a high-functioning team that aligns with the company's unique approach.
Strategic Leadership: Together with Managing Director, define and lead strategic initiatives that both drive success and enhance Smith Engineering’s already strong reputation in the industry
Requirements
strategic
design
communication
mechanical eng
20 years
people management
Demonstrated ability as a strategic thinker, with a clear understanding of market dynamics and business challenges.
A background in engineering design, with an appreciation for a specialized, "mile-deep" approach.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate humility and be an ego-free strong savvy communicator with the ability to work effectively with both a highly technical team and external stakeholders.
BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering (MS preferred) followed by 20 years of experience in the Energy Engineering and Construction industry, with a demonstrable record of successfully managing and growing a team.
A proven track record of managing and developing people, with a focus on coaching and mentorship.
Benefits
Paid parental leave.
Medical flexible spending account (FSA).
Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy reimbursements.
100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Flexible Paid Time Off
Transit and parking accounts.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 2010
Company Established
The company was established to address inefficiencies in central energy plants across major facilities.
From its New York base, it designs and optimizes chiller plants, heat pumps, AHUs, and controls systems.
It frequently leads turnkey upgrades—overhauling entire energy systems end‑to‑end for higher efficiency.
Projects span universities, hospitals, data centers, pharma, manufacturing and large commercial facilities.
A sister company handles legacy BAS control upgrades, enabling tight integration of systems.
Their approach blends engineering design with hands‑on deployment and staff training on optimized systems.