Chief Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

Are you seeking variety and technical challenges in your career? We're looking for a forward-thinking Chief Mechanical Engineer to lead quality control for mechanical design projects across diverse sectors including life sciences, mission-critical, commercial, and industrial industries. This is more than a typical engineering role-this is an opportunity to lead innovation, drive high-impact design strategies, and ensure project excellence from concept through completion.

Project Examples Include:

• Solving dehumidification challenges at food production facilities

• Designing advanced cleanrooms for pharmaceutical environments

• Driving energy efficiency improvements for large-scale data centers

• Engineering redundant systems for mission-critical infrastructure

• Designing commercial office buildings for major corporations

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead quality control efforts for all mechanical design projects, including initial planning, milestone reviews, and final approvals before permit and construction submissions

• Establish and uphold design standards for the Mechanical Division

• Mentor and guide a team of skilled mechanical engineers

• Promote and implement innovative solutions for complex engineering problems

• Oversee all phases of mechanical engineering, from initial design to project closeout

• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and deliver high-performance design solutions

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory codes and industry standards

• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience with 20+ years in the field)

• At least 10 years of mechanical engineering experience with proven leadership in successful project execution

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

• U.S. Citizenship required

• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, systems, and applications

• Experience across multiple industries is a plus-training provided for unfamiliar sectors

• Exceptional leadership, mentorship, and communication skills

• Strategic thinker with the ability to align engineering solutions with client goals

• Proficiency in project management methodologies

What We Offer:

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on high-profile, cross-industry projects

• Flexible work schedule to support work-life balance

• A dynamic and collaborative work culture that fosters innovation

• Ongoing learning and development alongside experienced engineering professionals

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base salary range: $150,000 - $190,000 (commensurate with experience)

• Incentive pay for overtime hours

• Annual profit-sharing bonus (variable)

• Paid time off and holidays

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision

• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance

• Additional coverage options: short-term disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, and supplemental life insurance

• 401(k) with employer match