Mechanical Engineering Department Head

Holland, MI

Annual Salary Range of $150,000 to $175,000

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:

• 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 @careers@eabonelli.com

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Sr. Mechanical Engineer (HVAC)

Holland, MI

We’re hiring for a Sr. Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) that is a licensed professional engineer responsible for leading technical aspects of engineering projects. This role involves providing expert-level technical guidance, ensuring that designs meet client expectations and regulatory requirements. The Sr. Mechanical Engineer (HVAC) oversees the technical development of projects, mentoring junior staff, and serving as a subject matter expert in the field.

Primary Essential Functions:

• Lead the design and analysis of HVAC systems, including load calculations, equipment selection, ductwork layout, and hydronic system design.
• 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.

Secondary Essential Functions: 

• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with clients and colleagues including cross-functional teams, peers, direct reports, and leadership, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Adapt to changing business needs and priorities, demonstrating flexibility in taking on new responsibilities and adjusting to evolving challenges.

Qualifications: 

Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• 6-8 years of experience in engineering design and project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Strong knowledge of industrial steam, refrigeration, compressed air and HVAC systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities.

Preferred

• Proficiency in HVAC modeling, equipment sizing, and system layout using Revit MEP or similar BIM tools.
• Strong diagnostic and analytical skills for troubleshooting HVAC system performance issues.
• Ability to communicate HVAC design concepts through diagrams, schematics, and technical presentations.

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 @careers@eabonelli.com

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Structural Project Engineer

Holland, MI, Concord, CA

Annual Salary Range of $90,000.00 To $110,000.00

Job Summary

The Project Engineer is responsible for assisting the Project Manager with design and analysis of structures or structural elements, providing contract administrative duties associated with the project, routine correspondence, field dimensioning, and meeting project schedules.

1. Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, preparation, and finalization of project documents.
• Responsible for contract administration duties, such as responding to RFI’s, and checking shop drawings / submittals.
• Designs load-bearing structures or structural elements.
• Performs analysis of building materials for use in construction.
• Develops plans and specifications for use during construction and ensures all projects comply with applicable codes and regulations.
• Determines cause of structural failures, damages, and defects through site investigations.
• Provides reports detailing investigations and assessment of damages to the structure.

2. Customer Service Skills:

• Demonstrates commitment to deliver outstanding service – both with design team and external clients
• Takes ownership to personally resolve problems (or find someone who can)
• Listens well, asks clarifying questions, and checks for agreement with team and client
• Committed to following up with clients in all instances in a timely manner
• Strong sense of accountability – ensures that you will do what you say that you are going to do
• Creates a personal connection – friendly and respectful

3. Requirements/Qualifications

• Education / Experience: Bachelor’s degree in related field and 3 – 6 years’ experience.

4. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Understands project plans and specifications
• Seeks guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standards
• Open to feedback and flexible to change
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills, detail-oriented
• Proficient with various structural design software (RISA Suite, Enercalc, MS Excel)
• Earns trust and takes additional ownership of projects, results and customer service
• Confidently presents self to internal stakeholders and external customers
• Takes responsibility for many vendor and customer relationships
• Understands jobsite environment and reviews jobsite progress with little to no supervision
• Ability to lead an assignment/special project from start to finish
• Makes decisions independently depending on level of complexity
• Ability to be strategic/think critically and analytically
• Ability to navigate and mitigate risk
• Initiates and maintains relationships with key staff and other departments
• Contributes to the company above and beyond project(s)
• Assist in development/mentoring of Level 1

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 @careers@eabonelli.com

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Summer 2026 Electrical Engineering Intern

Beaverton, OR

EAB is looking for an Electrical Engineering intern to work in our Beaverton, OR office for the Summer of 2026. 

In this role, you will support the design and layout of electrical power distribution systems, lighting, lighting controls, fire alarm, communications, closed circuit TV camera, public address and help perform power flow, short circuit, arc flash, and lighting illumination calculations.  There are many opportunities to make an impact as you work on entire system design.

1. Responsibilities include: 

• Design, layout and detailing of lighting and electrical power distribution for manufacturing facilities in the food & beverage industry
• Produce technical plans, specifications, drawings and models
• Work primarily with 3D BIM/Revit while managing multiple projects and deadlines
• Visit project sites to assist with measuring, data collection and construction observation
• Prepare and present technical presentations to peers, project teams and clients

2. Candidates should have/be: 

• Working towards a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience with Revit, or desire and aptitude to learn the software quickly
• Self-motivation with a strong work ethic
• Understanding of and a motivation for adopting a client-service attitude
• Intellectual curiosity, willingness to learn, and desire to be challenged and grow
• An interest in electrical design for food and beverage manufacturing facilities; Genuine and responsible approach to work, following through with required tasks, and working for the success of the team and organization.

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 @careers@eabonelli.com

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