Associate, Mechanical Engineering Lead | Healthcare | Houston, TX

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Associate, Mechanical Engineering Lead | Healthcare | Houston, TX
Hybrid | Healthcare Mechanical Engineering Leadership | Houston, Texas

Kerry Martin, MSN, RN
Senior Recruiter | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 608-216-2928
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Prefer a quick conversation instead of applying? Call or text Kerry directly at 608-216-2928.

Heartline Staffing is hiring an Associate, Mechanical Engineering Lead in Houston, Texas.

POSITION OVERVIEW
• Join a regional healthcare engineering team anchored in Houston at a global, multidisciplinary engineering firm
• Serve as Project Manager and Mechanical Lead on multidisciplinary design projects, primarily in healthcare
• Deliver cutting-edge building systems that address decarbonization, sustainability, and resiliency
• Potential to lead the Houston mechanical team within a wider regional discipline network

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT
• Associate-level leadership role with a path to leading the Houston mechanical team
• Healthcare projects across the United States, and sometimes globally
• Socially meaningful work focused on sustainability and decarbonization
• Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days from home
• Inclusive culture that values diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas

SCHEDULE & WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Hybrid: 3 days per week in office, 2 days from home
• Houston-based multidisciplinary team
• Client-facing role, including coordination with code officials through construction

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Act as Project Manager and Mechanical Lead on multidisciplinary design projects, specifically in healthcare
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines and project managers to deliver comprehensive, coordinated design deliverables
• Own quality standards, commercial metrics, and client relations for projects
• Potentially lead the Houston mechanical team, including serving as hiring manager for mid-level staff
• Supervise and mentor team members, providing timely feedback and recognition and supporting career development
• Design complete airside systems, heating and cooling hydronic plant systems, and specialty exhaust systems
• Prepare drawings, specifications, technical reports, and presentations incorporating sustainable design methods
• Communicate with clients on project goals and financials and maintain strong relationships for repeat business
• Support future work-winning with the business leadership team
• Oversee proposals and bid submissions and negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions
• Collaborate with stakeholders and code officials to deliver integrated projects through construction
• Participate in local professional associations

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Compensation details shared during your recruiter conversation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering REQUIRED
• Professional Engineering (PE) license in the US REQUIRED
• 12+ years of professional experience designing building HVAC systems, including airside and hydronic components, with significant experience on healthcare projects focused on inpatient critical care facilities REQUIRED
• Experience leading multidisciplinary projects and managing complex, large-scale client relationships REQUIRED
• Demonstrated track record of work-winning and commercial foresight, with proven expertise building and managing client relationships REQUIRED
• Familiarity with codes and standards, including ASHRAE, HIH, LEED energy efficiency and indoor quality, and NFPA
• Strong track record of leading and managing teams and serving as a role model for developing professionals
• Ability to facilitate connections between external stakeholders and internal disciplines
• LEED Accreditation or WELL Certification preferred
• Engineering analysis and energy modeling experience, including whole-building energy analysis, façade thermal analysis, and airflow modeling, preferred

Not ready to formally apply? That is completely fine. Many professionals prefer a brief, confidential conversation first. You are welcome to call or text Kerry directly at 608-216-2928.