Entry level mechanical engineering Jobs in Cary, NC

Mechanical Engineering Team Lead

At Salas O'Brien we tell our clients that we're engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That's why we're committed to living our values every day : inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career-and they'll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us :

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary :

The Engineering Team Lead will work in a fast-paced multi-discipline team environment responsible for designing building systems and producing construction documentation for institutional projects in the higher education, government and private sector markets. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with strong leadership skills to be part of our firm.

Duties :

• Lead project execution with a multi-disciplined team of engineers and designers.
• Facilitate communication between clients and project teams.
• Control project scope and coordinate concerns and changes with clients and company leadership.
• Organize and lead weekly internal meetings to define plans of action for all projects through to completion.
• Mentor junior staff and provide guidance on technical and project management issues.
• Develop and execute strategies to drive business growth and increase profitability.
• Identify and pursue new market opportunities through market research and analysis.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships by understanding their needs.
• Negotiate contracts and close agreements to maximize profits.
• Provide accurate sales forecasts and reporting to the management team.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences.
• Personnel Management : Oversee the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new team members. Ensure that staffing levels are maintained to meet project demands.
• Performance Reviews : Conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and set development goals for team members. Utilize feedback from coworkers and subordinates to provide a comprehensive evaluation.
• Staff Development : Identify training and development needs for team members and provide opportunities for professional growth. Encourage continuous learning through various knowledge sources such as online videos, one-on-one training, and corporate training platforms.

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Qualifications :

Location : Raleigh, NC

Travel : Less than 5% travel, in state, can be expected as part of execution of projects. Less than 1% overnight travel out of state may be expected.

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Salas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state / provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

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