Director of Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Department Head – Lead, Shape, and Inspire

📍 Can be seated in Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, MD (Hybrid: 2 days office / 3 days remote)

✈️ Relocation support available for the right candidate

Are you a senior Mechanical Engineer ready to leave your mark—not just on projects, but on the future of a firm and the people who power it?

Our client, a forward-thinking MEP engineering consultancy with a stronghold in the DMV region, is looking for a Mechanical Department Leader to take the helm at an exciting stage of growth.

Known for a people-first culture, design innovation, and a bold commitment to sustainability and community impact, this group is redefining what it means to engineer the built environment.

This isn’t just another Senior level role... It’s a chance to shape technical vision, mentor and elevate a talented team, and directly impact some of the region’s most meaningful projects—from sustainable schools, civic spaces and sports arenas to next-generation commercial environments.

Our client is open to drawing in the sand on leveling title, but we are seeking an Engineer at a Director/VP/Associate Principal/Senior Associate (are we missing any?!) leader. No matter what your current firm uses for the title, we're looking for someone who embodies leadership as outlined below and bring enough built work in their experience portfolio to guide a team delivering some of the coolest, most progressive projects in the MidAtlantic.

What You’ll Do:

• Set Direction: Guide the firm’s technical standards, processes, and innovation in mechanical design.
• Lead & Mentor: Build trust, invest in people, and elevate future leaders within the team.
• Ensure Excellence: Drive quality and consistency across complex projects, serving as the technical lead and QA/QC stamp of approval.
• Partner & Deliver: Work closely with clients and integrated A/E teams to bring bold, sustainable solutions to life.

What Sets This Role Apart:

• A direct reporting line to the CEO—your voice shapes the firm’s strategy.
• A hybrid, flexible culture grounded in growth, balance, and creativity.
• Relocation support to welcome you to the dynamic Baltimore/DC region.
• Not a rebuild or reboot - high level of project and growth momentum with a solid bench of Mechanical and Electrical talent in house. You'd be joining a 30-person Mechanical team with 5 highly capable Team Leads seeking your support! Solid bench depth.
• Clear path to Principal/Shareholdership
• A seat at the table during an exciting growth period—your leadership will be legacy-building.

What You Bring:

• 10+ years leading mechanical engineering design and teams across diverse project types.
• PE license and deep technical expertise in MEP systems.
• Fluency and foundational understanding of Revit, AutoCAD, and related tools - you won't be doing production work but should be willing to roll your sleeves up when needed and be the Senior crit for team deliverables
• A leadership style rooted in mentorship, innovation, and collaboration.

Benefits

Our client's benefits reflect their inclusive values and are designed to ensure that all of their people lead happy, healthy, and balanced lives. They offer a robust benefits package including but not limited to:

• 100% employee medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement fund with guaranteed employer contributions.
• Flexible Hybrid Work Options with Dual Workspace Setup.
• Robust Professional Development Support - In-house full-time career coach for all employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At this firm, they don't just accept difference - they celebrate, support, and thrive because of it. They are a proud equal opportunity employer. Employment is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. This firm does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

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