Lead Mechanical Engineer - Buildings + Places

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AECOM is actively seeking a talented and highly motivated Lead Mechanical Engineering Manager for immediate employment in our Tampa, FL office. This position is for a building Lead Mechanical Engineer and will work within the Buildings & Places (B+P) organization and will provide expertise in relation to Mechanical and Plumbing Engineering methods and practices within the buildings and facilities space.  Ideal candidates will have a strong background and interest in building engineering and working in a collaborative project team, be client-focused, and champion innovative solutions.  This individual will participate in all aspects of a project from scope of work development through conceptual and final designs and providing support activities during construction.

AECOM’s Buildings + Places practice includes architecture, interiors, building engineering, workplace strategy, master planning, urban planning, site/civil engineering, and landscape architecture.  We provide design and engineering services for diverse building types, and additionally for transportation, defense and security facilities, industrial infrastructure, and water/wastewater, and other. Our Tampa office includes all disciplines and regularly works across offices and the region for architecture and facilities projects.

The Lead Mechanical Engineer position presents an opportunity for a candidate to excel in their expertise and contribute to growing our Mechanical Engineering expertise and team, leadership growth, and mentoring team members.  The position will also provide for growth in client relationships and internal relationships across offices and region.  The position will report to the department manager and will have demonstrated capability to work independently to lead architecture and facility projects and team members.  AECOM actively supports continued education, training, and innovations in professional development, encouraging employees to gain new industry insights and value for our clients.

The job responsibilities for the position include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Serve as Discipline Lead for the Mechanical Engineering team and have direct reports in varying levels of their career.
• Serving as lead mechanical engineer HVAC designs on a variety of building project types, including mid-to large size architecture and facility projects.
• Able to organize workload and work independently on project-specific design tasks and lead staff.
• Able to communicate and present with clients and discuss/explain technical solutions to project conditions.
• Project meetings and coordinating with the Architect of Record
• Performing quality control reviews of work developed by others.
• Providing technical input to studies and design and expertise for staff's specific areas of expertise/assignment.
• Coordinate scope, schedule, budget in working with project managers and other senior level team members.
• Using AutoCAD and REVIT for designs, engineering, and documentation.
• Using energy modeling software applications such as Trane Trace and IES.
• Mentoring and providing guidance to junior level staff for design approach and specific technical design aspects (design tools, analysis, standards, design, and calculations, etc.).
• Provide direction to prescriptive and performance-based specifications.
• Participating in development of technical proposals (including estimates for the engineering budget and schedule)
• Reviewing permitting agency/engineering standards and regulations necessary to develop proper project design and permitting applications.
• Work closely with other departments from the AECOM project team/office, including civil, architecture, building engineering, geotechnical, traffic engineers, landscape architects to provide value and partner in project opportunities.
• Participating and supporting site investigations and construction related activities.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering plus 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida (current FL PE License), or in another state and be able to gain FL registration within 1 year).
• Experience as lead HVAC engineer for architecture and facility building projects.
• Experience in leading Mechanical building design of projects and organizing work efforts and resources.
• Experience using AutoCAD and REVIT for project designs.
• Experience preparing calculations and design documents (reports, plans, specifications).
• Valid US Driver’s License required, as a condition of employment must pass AECOM's motor vehicle records review.
• Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience, in mechanical HVAC engineering covering all aspects of building mechanical and plumbing for building design, having management responsibilities.
• Experience with engineering fundamentals and industry standards
• Experience collaborating with senior project team and work independently to lead project design and supporting team.
• Experience working in large and complex projects/programs. 
• Experience on municipal, federal, and DOD projects and programs.
• Experience with construction phase services for projects (field reviews, RFI and shop drawing/submittal reviews, specifications, as-builts and record drawings, etc.)
• Experience with permitting projects, and interaction with authorities having jurisdiction.

• Sponsorship is not available for this role
• Relocation assistance is available for this role.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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