Description

In this pivotal position you will lead a group of more than 20 mechanical engineers and work closely with multidisciplinary teams and project managers to shape sustainable energy solutions. You will foster a culture of innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence while maintaining high team morale and engagement. The leader will be accountable for the technical quality, staffing, and financial performance of the mechanical energy team.

Key responsibilities include managing staffing levels and resource allocation, mentoring staff to deliver high-quality energy management projects on schedule and within budget, and overseeing projects from proposal development through closeout to ensure client satisfaction. The leader will also drive quality control, risk management, and project audits, and regularly communicate wins and performance updates to leadership.

• Manage a team of 20+ mechanical engineers, overseeing HVAC design, energy efficiency, and decarbonization.
• Ensure technical quality and accuracy of deliverables across HVAC, plumbing, energy auditing, and commissioning.
• Allocate resources, control staffing levels, and drive optimal team performance.
• Mentor staff to deliver high-quality energy management projects on time and within budget.
• Lead projects from proposal development through closeout, ensuring client satisfaction.
• Oversee financial performance of the mechanical energy team and identify improvement opportunities.
• Communicate wins, recognitions, and performance updates to leadership and staff.
• Direct quality control, risk management, and project audits to maintain technical excellence.
• Lead sustainable energy projects that improve building efficiency and support decarbonization goals.
• Collaborate with experienced professionals in an innovative, advocacy-driven culture.

Requirements

The successful candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred) and a Professional Engineer (PE) license, with at least 10 years of progressive engineering experience that includes project management and technical leadership. Expertise in mechanical design, energy efficiency, and proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, and similar software are required. Strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, engineering regulations, budgeting, and financial oversight is essential, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred) and a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Provide at least 10 years of progressive engineering experience with project management and technical leadership.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge of mechanical design and energy efficiency; energy auditing and commissioning experience preferred.
• Proficient in engineering and modeling software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
• Possess strong understanding of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering regulations.
• Exhibit strategic, client-focused leadership and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in project budgeting, financial oversight, and staff development.

Benefits

CHA offers a flexible work environment, opportunities for travel, and professional development within a culture that values innovation, advocacy, and project excellence. Team members collaborate with experienced professionals and can accelerate their growth from day one. The position provides a competitive salary range of $160,000–$170,000 and a commitment to an inclusive, diverse workplace where equality and inclusion are championed.

• Enjoy a flexible work environment with travel opportunities and professional development.
• Receive a competitive salary range of $160,000–$170,000 within an inclusive, diverse workplace.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

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