Job Details

Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Director of Mechanical Engineering to lead our dynamic team of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection (sprinkler) engineers and designers at our San Francisco production facility.

This role is responsible for setting the technical direction, ensuring design excellence, and driving the successful execution of mechanical engineering projects for commercial facilities across the San Francisco Bay Area.

As a design-build organization, collaboration between engineering and field teams is central to our success. The ideal candidate is a strategic and hands-on leader with a passion for innovation, mentorship, and delivering high-quality, cost-effective mechanical solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary team of mechanical engineers and designers.
• Oversee the design and engineering of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for commercial building projects.
• Ensure all mechanical designs meet code compliance, performance, and client specifications.
• Develop pre-construction budgets and provide technical direction during the design and construction phases.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, architects, and field installation teams to deliver seamless design-build execution.
• Establish and maintain engineering standards, processes, and best practices.
• Drive innovation in design methods and engineering tools to improve efficiency and quality.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and oversee design documentation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Mechanical Engineer (PE) in California (required).
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical (primarily HVAC) engineering and design for commercial facilities.
• Proven track record of leading and managing engineering teams.
• Strong background in design-build, tenant improvement, and retrofit project delivery.
• Proficient with CAD and BIM software tools (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Must be comfortable working on-site daily in San Francisco.

What We Offer

• Collaborative and inclusive team culture
• Opportunity to shape the future of our mechanical engineering operations
• Stable, family-owned company with a century-long legacy of excellence