Great people. Great places. Great projects. kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is a high-performance, fast-paced consulting engineering firm designing data centers and mission critical environments across the globe. We hire smart, responsive, team players to work in collaborative and mentoring office settings. Our mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, telecommunications, and security building system designs keep many of the world's top Fortune 100 financial, technology, enterprise, hyperscale, and colocation companies up and running 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.We work on innovative, award-winning, large-scale projects. We travel to construction sites to see our designs being built. As part of WSP, we are able to offer our employees increased professional development and career opportunities in addition to kW MCE's office culture which is consistently recognized as one of the “Best Places to Work.” Join our great people at our great places designing great projects.This OpportunitykW Mission Critical Engineering, a member of WSP USA, is currently initiating a search for a LeadMechanical Engineer for our Atlanta, GA office. As a Lead Mechanical Engineer with us, you will design complex cooling and HVAC systems, including air distribution systems, chiller plants, and alternative energy solutions while leading projects and a team of mechanical engineers.Your ImpactProduce high quality technical and professional deliverables for projects and proposalsDesign complex and large air distribution (supply, return, exhaust) and hydronic systems (chilled water, heating water, etc.)Design Automatic building automation controls systems and specification for large air distribution and heat rejection systemsWork within multi-discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building ownersAttend client meetings and lead discussionsCommunicate complex mechanical engineering concepts and decisions to clients and stakeholdersDirecting complex mechanical engineering requirements and integrate into facility designsCollaborate and coordinate with internal project discipline team members and external equipment vendors and manufacturersAct as the lead mechanical engineer on projects and direct the project teamLead and mentor a team of engineersPerform project management activities including writing proposals, establishing budgets, and managing client interactionsCoordinate activities concerned with technical development, scheduling, and resolving engineering design issuesSurvey and evaluate existing conditionsPerform construction administrationWho You AreThe ideal candidate is a technically sound mechanical engineer with the ability to lead and develop complex projects and foster the growth of junior engineers. Candidate has strong communication skills, and an interest in developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external design, client, and construction team members. Candidate is willing to travel to client sites.Required QualificationsProven history of Mechanical or Architectural Engineering with mechanical building systems emphasis7+ years of experience in designing mechanical systems for the high performing, commercial, industrial or mission critical/data center buildingsExperience mentoring and training others in fieldStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to interact well with others as well as develop and contribute to high quality technical and professional deliverables on projects and proposalsStrong working knowledge of mechanical systems and codesProven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policiesMust be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environmentOccasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirementsPreferred Qualifications:Registered Professional Engineer (PE)Experience with the analysis of interior and exterior Computational Fluid Dynamics of airflowMission Critical/Data Center experienceExperience with international projects and knowledge of international codes and standards#LI-GA1#J-18808-Ljbffr
