Department Manager - Mechanical
Larson Engineering
Lead mechanical engineering department, overseeing design, teams, and business development.
16 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Norcross, GA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
240 Employees
Service Specialisms
Civil engineering
Structural engineering
Site design
Land development
Structural component design
Industrial structural services
Sector Specialisms
Agricultural
Civil
Curtain Wall
Energy
MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing)
Pulp & Paper
Industrial
Manufacturing Facilities
Role
What you would be doing
design qa
process design
hydraulic analysis
team leadership
client collaboration
business development
- Provide technical review and QA/QC oversight to ensure design quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal disciplines to ensure successful project delivery.
- Perform and oversee engineering analyses, including process design, piping calculations, pump and equipment sizing, hydraulic analysis, pipe stress analysis, and system balancing.
- Serve as a recognized technical authority, providing guidance and oversight on all aspects of mechanical/process engineering projects.
- Manage multi-discipline project teams, coordinating all phases of design, procurement, and construction support.
- Represent Larson Engineering at industry events and client meetings as a trusted advisor and technical leader.
- Participate in recruiting, developing, and retaining top engineering talent.
- Provide field verification, site assessments, and construction support as needed.
- Facilitate implementation, improvement, and standardization of design processes, tools, and department best practices.
- Lead business development efforts, cultivating client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and securing project work to support department growth.
- Develop and review Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), equipment specifications, project estimates, and detailed construction documents.
- Lead and supervise a team of engineers and designers, providing mentorship, training, and performance development.
What you bring
15+ yrs
leadership
process design
project management
pe license
autocad
- Minimum 15 years of progressive engineering experience in heavy industrial piping and process design, with at least 5 years in a leadership or department management role.
- Expertise in the design and analysis of industrial process systems, piping design, fluid systems, and multi-discipline coordination.
- Project management proficiency with excellent organizational, budgeting, and scheduling abilities.
- Strong business development skills with demonstrated success building and maintaining client relationships.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a growth-oriented, client-first approach.
- Limited travel may be required (typically less than 30%).
- Active Professional Engineering (PE) License required.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
- Proven experience managing and developing engineering teams, with a passion for mentorship and technical leadership.
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, 3D modeling software, and process simulation tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Paper Science Engineering from an accredited institution.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1979
Company Origin
The firm was established in a modest office in Minnesota.
2025 Acquisition
Strategic Expansion
Acquired Fagen Engineering to strengthen its position in ethanol and biofuels engineering.
11 Offices
National Presence
The firm has expanded to maintain 11 offices across the United States.
$$M Revenue
Financial Growth
Annual revenue is consistently in the tens of millions.
- The firm has evolved from structural engineering roots to encompass curtain-wall design and a wide range of engineering disciplines including civil, mechanical, electrical, process industrial, environmental, and H&S engineering.
- Larson Engineering specializes in diverse projects, ranging from agricultural and industrial facilities to stormwater infrastructure and modern building facades.
- Licensed to operate across all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Mexico, and much of Canada, the firm frequently undertakes nationwide and cross-border projects.
- The company's signature 'shield' logo draws inspiration from structural reaction-shear-moment diagrams, symbolizing both engineering rigor and a commitment to public safety.
- Integrity – We behave ethically and do the right thing, even when no one is watching.
- Teamwork – We believe the key to success is a collaborative partnership to achieve a shared goal.
- Respect – We value the dignity, acknowledge the worth, and appreciate the contributions of others.
- Environmental stewardship is an essential part of doing business.
- Specializes in sustainable stormwater solutions (pervious/porous pavement, bio‑filtration, rain gardens) that meet LEED requirements and local green initiatives.
- Offers pollution prevention planning (SPCC, SWPPP) and environmental compliance services across all 50 states and territories.
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