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Sr Mechanical Project Engineer

San Francisco, CA
HGA
Posted 06/23/2025
200.000 - 250.000

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Overview

Join HGA in driving excellence and innovation in mechanical engineering across the country!

Overview

Join HGA in driving excellence and innovation in mechanical engineering across the country!

Based in our San Francisco office, as a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer, you will have a pivotal role in shaping and guiding projects and teams and actively influencing the direction of the West Coast mechanical engineering practice. T his position offers the opportunity to make impactful decisions and introduce innovative ideas and perspectives, fostering a cohesive and collaborative environment.

Our diverse portfolio showcases projects across multiple sectors, with an emphasis on healthcare facilities and also corporate headquarters, laboratories, museums, government facilities at local, state, and federal levels, higher education buildings and campuses, and infrastructure improvements.

With the rapid evolution of building codes and technologies, we seek professionals who possess expert knowledge of applicable codes and regulations, extensive expertise in mechanical engineering systems application, sustainable design, and resiliency planning. Ideal candidates will have excellent problem-solving skills and the capability to collaborate with both internal and external clients to deliver high-value performance solutions on HGA’s projects nationwide.

In This Role You Will

  • be responsible for HVAC engineering design including: calculating heating and cooling loads, select equipment, layout duct and piping, create and edit project details, and write and edit project engineering specifications;
  • be responsible for plumbing systems design including calculating capacities and loads, laying out piping systems and details, and editing project specifications;
  • assist in defining and guiding project sustainability goals and delivering systems designs to achieve them;
  • develop work plans and guide staff to deliver project designs according to available budgets;
  • participate in team mentoring activities;
  • engage in community focused outreach along with fellow HGA leaders;
  • participate in design review meetings and workshops;
  • resolve a variety of complex design challenges including conflicting Owner and project requirements, application of different system types, or challenging field conditions;
  • research design options and document findings for the project team;
  • assure drawings and designs are in accordance with local codes and design standards;
  • coordinate with architectural and engineering disciplines as applicable; and
  • assist with project pursuits and fee development (proposal writing, interviews and strategic review of project scope.)

You Will Need To Have

  • B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
  • 15+ years of consulting engineering experience with emphasis on HVAC/plumbing design for a variety of HCAI/OSHPD projects for healthcare, laboratory, commercial, municipal, institutional and government facilities
  • Experience in delivering projects with LEED, Well, Green Globes, or similar sustainable certifications
  • Experience with leading teams on multiple projects concurrently
  • Professional Engineer registration recognized by a state licensing board
  • Knowledge in building controls is desired but not required
  • Revit, BIM, Trane/Trace, IES and Microsoft Office skills required

Salary Information

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position will posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer.

Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range: $127,200 - $190,600

Additional Information

HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering. Learn more about us here .

Equity

Equity is a living, breathing part of who we are and what we do at HGA. Our goal is to ensure that every employee brings their authentic self to work, feels a sense of belonging and works collaboratively to support each other.

Sustainability

We are committed to meeting our clients’ sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy; from a neutral effect on health, safety, and resources to a positive one. As the need and desire for sustainability environments grow, so does the focus on high-performance buildings with sound data that we can share back with clients and our design teams.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries

    Architecture and Planning

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