Senior Mechanical Engineer (Washington)

Senior Mechanical Engineer: The firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 8+ years of HVAC and plumbing design experience to join its Washington, DC (Georgetown) office. This role provides senior-level technical leadership within a growing local mechanical team while also supporting projects nationally. The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with comprehensive experience in mechanical system design and documentation across multi-family housing, commercial, and government projects.

This position plays a key role in project leadership, client interaction, and mentoring junior staff. Key Responsibilities: Provide mentorship and technical guidance to mechanical engineers and designers Lead mechanical and plumbing design efforts from concept through construction Develop and manage project work plans and schedules Establish system selections, basis of design, and ensure quality of deliverables Coordinate mechanical and plumbing design with other disciplines and project managers Represent the mechanical discipline in client meetings and internal reviews Participate in project meetings and maintain clear, effective communication Provide construction phase support, including submittal reviews and RFI responses Maintain and help develop mechanical and plumbing design standards Support quality control initiatives in collaboration with senior engineering leadership Serve as a senior technical resource for HVAC and plumbing design across teams Qualifications: Minimum 8 years of focused mechanical/plumbing design experience Professional Engineer (PE) license required Proficiency in Revit and Microsoft Office Suite Experience with Trane TRACE or similar load calculation software Strong communication skills with the ability to present information clearly to clients, managers, and project teams.