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Mechanical Engineering Manager

Mechanical Engineering Manager

SSOE GroupColumbia, SC, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Why Join SSOE?

Amazing Colleagues : Work with incredible teammates and be part of something big!

Great Place to Work : Consistently named a "Great Place to Work."

Successful Years : Experiencing the most successful years in our history.

Top 500 Design Firms : Ranked #91 on the ENR's Top 500 Design Firms list for 2024, an impressive jump of 24 spots from the previous year.

Diverse Portfolio : Reflects our growing and diversified portfolio in manufacturing, industrial process, and architectural sectors.

Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of engineers and designers in delivering high-performance building systems across a range of sectors. Your role will combine technical oversight with project leadership, ensuring that HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems are designed to meet client needs, code requirements, and sustainability goals.

Engineering Expertise :

  • Apply intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices for HVAC and plumbing design in the Government, Healthcare, and Education industries.
  • Lead the design of HVAC systems (air handling units, chillers, boilers, VRF, ductwork), ensuring compliance with ASHRAE standards, energy codes, and sustainability goals, and integrating with BAS / BMS platforms through energy modeling.
  • Supervise the design of domestic water, sanitary, storm drainage, and specialty plumbing systems.
  • Ensure adherence to IPC codes and coordinate layouts with architectural and structural teams.
  • Review system sizing, pressure calculations, and fixture selections.
  • Oversee fire suppression system design (wet, dry, clean agent) in compliance with NFPA standards.
  • Coordinate with consultants and AHJs, and review hydraulic calculations and sprinkler layouts.
  • Review and approve engineering documents, specifications, and construction submittals.
  • Ensure technical accuracy, code compliance, and constructability of all mechanical systems.

Team Management :

  • Coach, direct, coordinate, and supervise mechanical section personnel.
  • Oversee employment and employee relations in collaboration with Human Resources.
  • Identify team strengths and development needs; implement training programs with support from the Training and Development Department.
  • Technical Oversight

  • Ensure technical competency and quality of work performed by the mechanical team.
  • Seal discipline-specific documents in accordance with professional standards.
  • Review, modify, and approve discipline work plans and project change orders.
  • Project Execution

  • Support the Project Managers with client maintenance and business development.
  • Assist project managers in preparing proposals and client presentations.
  • Ensure Discipline Captains define and meet Quality, Budget, and Schedule (QBS) requirements.
  • Resource & Schedule Management

  • Prepare and monitor project work schedules and departmental workload forecasts.
  • Ensure adequate staffing and resources to meet project demands and deadlines.
  • Travel & Licensing

  • Travel required.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • What We Offer :

  • Competitive Salary : $140,000 - $170,000 / year depending on location, education, experience, and certifications.
  • Bonus and Incentives : Eligibility for our annual target bonus / incentive program based on company and individual performance and goals.
  • Ownership Opportunities : As an employee-owned firm, we offer ownership opportunities to all employees at the associate level and above. This senior associate-level role will allow you to become a shareholder of SSOE.
  • Comprehensive Benefits : Health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), professional development and training, generous PTO, and paid holidays.
  • Additional Perks :

  • Dynamic Culture : Experience a supportive culture where you're an essential and highly valued member of our vibrant team.
  • Exciting Projects : Work on thrilling projects from inception to completion and engage directly with some of the most innovative clients globally.
  • Continuous Learning : Embrace a culture of perpetual learning where curiosity is celebrated, innovative ideas are welcomed, and your career growth aspirations are fully supported.
  • Career Stability : A diversity of market sectors (specifically medical, education and / or government), project types, and geographic locations that help insulate your career from economic ups and downs.
  • Career Advancement : Embark on a structured career journey with abundant opportunities for growth and advancement.
  • Holistic Compensation : A holistic approach to compensation and benefits that supports your physical and mental health, encourages work-life balance, and empowers your career advancement and financial success.
  • SSOE The Best of Both Worlds

    At SSOE, our growth trajectory allows us to offer the opportunities normally associated with a large firm while embracing the collaborative and supportive culture often found in smaller firms. As a member of the SSOE team, you will work on exciting and diverse projects for Fortune 100 clients around the globe, supported by the best technology for the task at hand. You will experience our employee-centric culture that strives to offer a healthy balance, flexible working arrangements, direct access to leadership at all levels, and a mindset of continuous learning. Once you experience the SSOE difference, you'll understand the why behind our metrics :

  • 28% - of our employees have been with SSOE for 10 years or more.
  • 15% - percentage of employees with tenure exceeding 15 years.
  • 99% - our CEO's approval rating on Glassdoor.
  • 98% - portion of our clients who say they would recommend us to a colleague.
  • Qualifications

    Who We Need :

    Education & Licensure

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • Professional registration required.
  • Experience

  • 1012 years of mechanical engineering experience, including leadership responsibilities.
  • Proven experience in Government, Education, and / or Medical sectors.
  • Certifications

  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM)
  • LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP)
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