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About the Role

AECOM’s Bay Area Buildings + Places team is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership, mentor emerging talent, and deliver complex HVAC and building systems solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects. This is a senior technical leadership role for an experienced engineer who thrives in both independent execution and collaborative, multi-disciplinary environments, valuing design excellence, accountability, and developing the next generation of engineers.

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical system design and delivery from concept through construction administration.
Serve as a trusted technical resource for clients and internal teams.
Collaborate and contribute to technical excellence within AECOM's global practice.
Serve as the mechanical discipline lead on projects of varying size and complexity, ensuring technical quality, code compliance, and constructability.
Apply sound engineering judgment to evaluate, select, and adapt mechanical systems, equipment, and materials.
Stay current with applicable codes, standards, and emerging technologies, including ASHRAE, IMC, IPC, and IECC.
Analyze system performance and energy use to optimize efficiency, resilience, and lifecycle value.
Execute mechanical design from concept through construction administration, including calculations, specifications, reports, and drawing development.
Coordinate closely with architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and specialty disciplines to ensure integrated solutions.
Perform and lead site investigations to assess existing systems and inform design decisions.
Review shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals.
Attend client and construction meetings as part of construction administration.
Ensure projects are delivered within scope, schedule, and budget expectations.
Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers, fostering technical growth, confidence, and professional development.
Develop and grow the mechanical engineering team.
Review team members’ work for technical accuracy, consistency, and quality, providing constructive, growth-oriented feedback.
Identify skill gaps and support the development of targeted training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive team culture that values accountability, learning, and excellence.
Establish yourself as a trusted technical leader and mentor within the Northern California B+P team and a subject matter expert within AECOM's overall US Practice.
Support proposal development and pursuit efforts by contributing technical narratives, scope development, and fee input.
Prepare technical reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with office leadership to advance best practices and support the long-term success of the mechanical discipline.
Connect with other subject matter experts throughout the US, and contribute to the technical excellence of AECOM's global practice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program.
6+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience or demonstrated equivalency of education and experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Strong working knowledge of ASHRAE standards, IMC, IPC, and IECC.
Experience across federal, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, laboratory, mission critical, and commercial/mixed-use markets.
Experience with LEED and sustainable design initiatives.
Experience delivering architecturally complex or high-profile projects.
Willingness to travel occasionally for project-related site visits.
Ability to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.

Skills

Technical leadership
Mentorship
HVAC and building systems solutions
Design excellence
Accountability
Independent execution
Collaboration
Sound engineering judgment
System performance analysis
Energy use optimization
Project coordination
Ability to lead multiple projects concurrently
Excellent communication skills
Creative thinking
Analytical thinking
Strong organizational abilities
Leadership abilities

Location

Oakland, CA
San Francisco, CA
US

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior
6+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience
10+ years of experience in a consulting engineering or design-build environment

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program

Salary/Compensations

USD 140000 - USD 175000 yearly

Benefits

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Life insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefits
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absences
Voluntary benefits
Perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world.
Trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
Global team of over 50,000 professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
Solves clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings.
Partners with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle.
Services include advisory, planning, design, engineering, program, and construction management.
Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue in fiscal year 2025.
Champions employee growth and career ambitions.
Offers groundbreaking projects locally and globally.
Provides cutting-edge technology and a network of experts.
Offers award-winning training and development programs.
Fosters a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration, and community.

Equal Opportunity

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, AECOM believes in your potential and is here to help you achieve it.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.