Mechanical Engineering Department Manager - Arlington, VA

Bala consulting Engineers Arlington, Virginia, United States

Engineering Services · 201-500 employees

2 d ago

Principal (10+ yrs) Full-time United States

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About the role

The Mechanical Engineering Department Manager will lead the Washington, DC area mechanical engineering departments and implement operational and technical processes. Responsibilities include overseeing project budgets, ensuring design accuracy, and managing department staff through recruitment and coaching.

What they look for

Mechanical design MEP engineering Leadership Technical writing Building codes Revit Project management Budgeting Team supervision Sustainable certification System design Communication Collaboration Recruitment Coaching

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience in mechanical design (MEP) and hold a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering along with a PE license. Strong technical writing skills, expert knowledge of building codes, and proficiency in Revit are required.

Benefits

Medical insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Employer paid life insurance Paid time off Paid holidays Volunteer time off Tuition reimbursement Licensure reimbursement Federal student loan assistance Section 529 plan Employee referral program

Full description

Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered just outside of Philadelphia in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Nottingham, MD, and Arlington, VA.

Bala is a dynamic growth-oriented company, built on relationships with our clients, staff, and industry partners. At Bala you will enjoy an exceptional employee experience that results in a successful career based on collaboration, leadership and personal development.

We are seeking a strong, experienced Mechanical Engineer (AEC/MEP) with leadership capability to lead our Washington, DC area Mechanical Engineering Departments and support the function enterprise-wide. The role will be entrepreneurial, intrapreneurial, and work on overall organizational advancements, bot operationally and technically.

Primary responsibilities of the Mechanical Engineer Department Manager will include:

Work on implementing operational and technical processes and expertise.

Review and evaluate forward-thinking system design to continue to develop best-in-class designs.
Serve as an engineering leader and technical expert with the ability to answer questions and resolve issues brought forth by the engineering staff.

Create detailed engineering plans, processes, and procedures for engineering staff to use and abide by.

Propose and oversee budgets and timelines for engineering projects.

Check and confirm the accuracy of the work performed and the methods used by engineering staff.

Communicate and collaborate with other managers, suppliers, and contractors.

Prepare and deliver various engineering-related presentations, both internally and externally.

Perform department management activities including recruitment, hiring, coaching, and leadership.

Requirements for this position include:

10 plus years’ experience in mechanical design (MEP)

Team supervisory experience is a plus

Bachelor’s degree mechanical engineering and PE license required

Skilled technical writer

Expert knowledge of building codes

Excellent interpersonal skills

Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment with the ability to work individually or as part of a team.

Knowledge of Sustainable certification programs

Strong software skills including Revit

As a multi-discipline engineering firm, Bala is a leader in innovative designs for building systems in High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse and Life Science facilities.

Bala’s compensation package includes a rich benefits package along with competitive market salary structure. Our culture creates an environment where relationships thrive and careers flourish.

Bala offers comprehensive benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
401(k) with employer match
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays – is the personal holiday included in that 8?
8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
Employee Referral Program
Full-time roles work in office and qualify for one day remote work

Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Bala Consulting Engineer’s HR/Recruiting Department to submit resumes. This approval must be in the form of a valid fully executed contract for service as well as a request to submit candidates to a specific job opening. Bala Consulting Engineers will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place, or for positions for which candidates have not been specifically requested.

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