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Senior Mechanical Engineer | Leadership Track | ChicagoGpac • Naperville, Illinois, United States
Senior Mechanical Engineer | Leadership Track | Chicago

Senior Mechanical Engineer | Leadership Track | Chicago

Gpac • Naperville, Illinois, United States
9 days ago
Salary
$110,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Leadership Opportunity | Chicago Market | $110K–$130K+ Bonus

Confidential Search | 40+ Year Engineering Firm | Leadership Track

Are you a Mechanical Engineer who has built strong technical expertise and is ready for more ownership, influence, and career growth?

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected Greater Chicago engineering firm with 40+ years of success, a reputation for technical excellence, and a culture where experienced engineers are trusted to lead.

The firm is looking for a licensed Mechanical Engineer (PE) with 7–10 years of experience who wants to take the next step — leading projects, mentoring engineers, working directly with clients, and having a larger impact on the direction of the team.

Why Top Mechanical Engineers Are Interested

  • $110,000–$130,000+ base salary based on experience
  • 10–20% bonus opportunity
  • 40+ years of stability and a strong industry reputation
  • Long-term career growth with leadership visibility
  • Diverse, high-profile projects throughout the Chicago market
  • Collaborative environment across multiple engineering disciplines
  • Leadership team that values technical expertise and professional development
  • Strong retention with engineers building 10+ year careers

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead mechanical design efforts on complex building projects
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff
  • Collaborate with architects, clients, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Manage project delivery, quality, and client expectations
  • Take ownership of projects while continuing to grow as a technical leader

Ideal Background

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required
  • 7–10 years of mechanical engineering experience
  • Strong HVAC and building systems design background
  • Experience managing projects and coordinating with clients
  • Passion for mentoring and developing other engineers

Project Portfolio Includes

  • Commercial & Mixed-Use Developments
  • Mission Critical / Data Centers
  • Corporate Interiors
  • Cultural & Civic Facilities
  • Worship Facilities
  • Hospitality & Retail
  • Government & Municipal Projects
  • Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • Education Facilities
  • High-Rise Residential
  • Industrial & Manufacturing
  • Logistics / Warehouse Facilities

This is not a role where you are just another engineer on a project team. It is an opportunity to join a respected firm, make an impact, and build a long-term career as a technical leader.

For a confidential conversation:

David Meyer

Civil & Mechanical Engineering Recruiter

GPAC | Growing People and Companies

david.meyer@gogpac.com

(605) 610-4543 (M)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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