WSP in the U.S. · 9 hours ago
Vice President, Mechanical Design Engineering
WSP is a global leader in engineering and professional services, currently seeking a Vice President of Mechanical Design Engineering for their Boston, MA office. The role involves overseeing HVAC system design for complex healthcare and commercial projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while leading cross-functional engineering teams and driving business development efforts.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate, review, and approve HVAC and mechanical system design plans, ensuring data integrity and compliance with all applicable mechanical codes, and industry standards such as ASHRAE and FGI Guidelines
Apply high ‑ level mechanical and HVAC engineering techniques to identify system improvements across all project phases including concept development, preliminary design, final design, and general construction administration
Plan and incorporate future ‑ ready HVAC strategies — such as energy ‑ efficient system architectures, decarbonization ‑ ready mechanical designs, and advanced ventilation airflow concepts — to ensure safety, resiliency, and optimal performance
Oversee overall project HVAC system design and general consulting construction administration from project inception to completion, including air ‑ handling systems, chilled ‑ water/steam systems, hydronic piping distribution, specialized exhaust, and Building Control Systems – including application of industry expected sustainability concepts
Oversee cross ‑ functional engineering teams executing project work on mid to high-l evel and/or multiple concurrent projects, including trade design budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, technical HVAC calculations, code compliance documentation, and regulatory analysis
Prepare data and visualizations such as HVAC load calculations, airflow diagrams, psychrometric analyses, system schematics, reports, and other illustrations for the interpretation or leading presentation of complex mechanical design concepts
Prepare comprehensive technical reports and lead presentations that explain research, findings, system concepts, and recommendations to address HVAC design or construction issues and opportunities
Manage client relationships and provide key technical input on business development and opportunity/pursuit efforts, particularly related to HVAC system design innovations and general marketing
Develop relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including client facility staff, manufacturer/vendor partners, colleague engineering staff, construction partners, and regulatory agencies
Exercise responsible and ethical decision ‑ making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP ’ s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline
12+ years of relevant post ‑ education experience in mechanical and HVAC system design, including Healthcare, Lab, Higher Education, and Commercial environments
Engineer license required (multi ‑ state preferred)
Extensive knowledge of HVAC system design, across multiple design sectors, including pressurization strategies, air ‑ change/ventilation requirements, humidity control, filtration standards, and specialized ventilation/exhaust systems
Known in the local engineering community with a developed network (an extensive network preferred)
Proficient with HVAC engineering principles, design/bid traditional model, design/build delivery model, and application of mechanical systems to permitting and overall project ‑ related issues
Experience with HVAC planning, system selection, load calculations, general energy modeling understanding, industry standard sustainability practices, and construction administration/management
Well ‑ defined specific knowledge of relevant HVAC and mechanical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record ‑ keeping requirements
Well ‑ developed ability to perform mechanical and HVAC system computations and calculations, interpret drawings and specifications, and compare conditions to current code and regulatory requirements
Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and directing others to complete tasks safely and efficiently
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Preferred
Master's Degree in Business or Engineering
LEED AP or WELL Certification
At least 5+ years minimum of Project Management experience
Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Life
Retirement savings
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation (or other personal time)
Paid parental leave
Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
Company
WSP in the U.S.
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