Lead Mechanical Engineer/HVAC

Holland, MI

Job Summary
E.A. Bonelli is a growth-oriented architecture and engineering firm focused on the design of food, beverage, and nutritional production facilities. EAB is searching for a qualified leader to manage their mechanical and HVAC engineering team. The MEP engineering group at EAB has been the largest growth area for the firm over the past 5 years and is now ready for a dedicated Mechanical Group Lead. The senior management team is looking for an individual that will be a long-term contributor to the firm and can grow into a senior leadership role.

The engineer in this role will lead both the development and growth of the mechanical engineering team and mechanical engineering design efforts of the team as its designs mechanical and HVAC systems supporting production, packaging, and distribution processes. This role involves managing engineering teams to deliver efficient, safe, and compliant mechanical solutions for food and beverage processing facilities.

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing mechanical engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring the highest quality and efficiency standards. This position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Mechanical Engineering Team Leadership

• • In collaboration with the EAB Leadership team, you will lead the mechanical engineering team including hiring, establishing professional development and performance criteria and ensuring the team and team players meet performance criteria.
  • Provide technical leadership by establishing and maintaining engineering standards and procedures to enable effective and efficient engineering design, documentation, and construction oversight.
  • Actively participate in engineering design activities as part of the EAB interdisciplinary design team.
  • Participate in business development activities.

2. Project Leadership:

• • Work with clients, their engineering teams and their process vendors to establish design criteria for mechanical, refrigeration and HVAC systems.
  • Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure successful completion.
  • Provide technical direction and mentorship to the engineering team in steam and condensate, refrigeration, hot and chilled media, compressed air, nitrogen, water supply treatment, and HVAC systems.
  • Lead the design and documentation of the systems above.
  • Lead and conduct quality assurance reviews.
  • Develop life-cycle costs and feasibility for design options.
  • Evaluate existing systems for operational improvements or available capacity for expansion.
  • Determination of loads, load diversity, and capacity for future growth.
  • Review alternatives for equipment and system configuration for client and project fit. Present pros and cons for each approach.
  • Evaluate energy efficiency and energy recovery opportunities.
  • Have thorough knowledge and understanding of applicable codes and standards.
  • Participate in contractor bid review and evaluation.
  • Travel to construction sites to confirm conformance to the design intent.
  • Provide project support during start-up/commissioning.

3. Team Collaboration:

• • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including architectural, structural and electrical engineering disciplines at EAB as well as clients and outside engineering consulting firms.
  • Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers as needed.
  • Communicate project status, challenges, and solutions to stakeholders.
  • Collaboration with construction trades for constructability and value engineering opportunities.

4. Continuous Improvement:

• • Identify and implement improvements in system design and operation, EAB design processes, design tools and documentation.
  • Be an expert in industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices regarding the design of hygienic production environments, mechanical utilities and HVAC systems and utilize that expertise in EAB’s designs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of industrial steam, refrigeration, compressed air and HVAC systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Benefits:

• Salary range of $150K to $175K.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) profit sharing with company match.
• Generous paid time off with paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Join Us:
If you are passionate about engineering excellence and want to lead impactful projects in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you.

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