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Estimated Pay info$23 per hour
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Mundelein, Illinois

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Job Description

Mechanical Department Leader

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Baltimore, MD | Hybrid | Minimum 2 Days In-Office

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$180,000-$200,000 + Excellent benefits

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We are partnered with an MEP engineering and technology firm that is focused on bringing their client's visions to life and continuing their growth as a leading firm.

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They are looking for an accomplished Mechanical Engineer who wants to influence a collaborative mechanical engineering team while continuously improving the technical quality and efficiency of the department. You'll be a leader across their unique projects across commercial, higher education, K-12 schools, multi-family residential, and healthcare sectors.

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This is an excellent opportunity for someone from an MEP, consulting engineering, or design-build environment who wants significant influence over a mechanical department and a chance to be a part of a strong working culture.

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What You’ll Do

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  • Lead and develop the mechanical engineering department.
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  • Manage and mentor Mechanical Team Leaders and Senior Team Leaders.
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  • Provide technical leadership across mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
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  • Serve as the final authority for technical QA/QC.
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  • Oversee project staffing, workloads, schedules, and deliverables.
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  • Develop and improve engineering standards, processes, and technical resources.
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  • Support complex projects as the mechanical subject matter expert.
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  • Partner with firm leadership on hiring, training, and department growth.
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What We’re Looking For

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  • 12+ years of AEC experience preferred.
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  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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  • Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
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  • Strong mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection design experience.
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  • Proven experience leading and developing engineering teams.
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  • Strong project management and QA/QC experience.
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  • Advanced Revit proficiency.
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  • Excellent leadership and communication skills.
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What's on Offer

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  • Hybrid schedule with a minimum of two days per week in-office.
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  • Outstanding health benefits
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  • Department-level leadership with direct access to firm leadership.
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  • Significant influence over technical standards, team development, and department operations.
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For a Mechanical Engineer looking to influence a Mechanical Department by developing engineering talent and shaping the technical direction of a growing practice. This is an opportunity to have a tangible impact.

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For more information, please contact Rachel Campolito of Engtal, who is managing the search:

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r.campolito.r@engtal.com


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Posting ID: 1306090286 Posted: 2026-10-20 Job Title: Department Leader