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About the Role

PAE is seeking a strategic and technically accomplished Lead Mechanical Engineer to spearhead project teams and drive the technical excellence of our mechanical systems. In this role, you will transition from individual design work to high-level project oversight, providing engineering direction and mentorship to bring complex projects from concept through construction. You will serve as a primary technical voice, ensuring HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection designs are innovative, compliant, and integrated with other engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

Oversee the preparation of deliverables and documents including narratives, calculations, drawings and specifications
Effectively communicate design options to a diverse stakeholder group
Provide engineering direction, mentorship and guidance for the project team
Independently evaluate and apply engineering judgment, techniques, and procedures to complete a project from concepts through construction
Oversee mechanical load calculations
Complete the project within the budget and schedule
Provide updates to master specifications; provide input into standards
Apply knowledge of building codes, industry standards and mechanical engineering design principals
Perform engineering calculations and equipment selection
Provide opinions of probable construction costs
Perform site visits and issues reports
Implement the project quality management plan (QMP)
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering for discipline work
Requires a minimum of 4-8 years Mechanical Design or 6-10 years’ related work experience
Advanced understanding of mechanical engineering concepts, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection and Energy Modeling
Thorough understanding of project phases and their associated deliverables
Develop the ability to assemble and run a team
Strong delegation skills
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail and advanced organizational skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Revit/AutoCAD

Skills

Mechanical engineering concepts
HVAC
Plumbing
Fire Protection
Energy Modeling
Project management
Delegation
Communication
Organization
Microsoft Office Suite
Revit
AutoCAD

Location

San Francisco, CA
Los Angeles, CA

Work Type

Full Time
Hybrid

Experience Level

Experienced
4-8 years Mechanical Design
6-10 years related work experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) preferred

Salary/Compensations

$104,200-$151,100 annual

Benefits

Time and a half overtime pay
Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Annual 401k profit sharing
Professional development reimbursements
Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
Cell phone stipend
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Employee Assistance Program
9 paid holidays
Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation

About the Company

PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality.
By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient.
PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy.
We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long-term operational needs.
As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet.
We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.
Founded in 1967, PAE is a leading sustainable engineering and consulting firm on a mission to deliver clean air, energy, and water for all.
We specialize in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, building performance analysis, technology design, and lighting design (LUMA).
PAE designs some of the nation's highest-performing and most regenerative built environments across the U.S., from Living Buildings to all-electric buildings and beyond.
Our portfolio includes over 100 LEED Platinum projects as well as dozens of projects that have either achieved or are pursuing the Living Building Challenge, Passive House, Architecture 2030, Carbon Neutral, Net Zero Energy, and Net Zero Water.

Equal Opportunity

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities.
PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical characteristics historically associated with race, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.
PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity.
Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value.
We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work.