Bala Consulting Engineers is a 200-person engineering firm headquartered just outside of Philadelphia in Wayne, PA with full-service offices in New York, NY, Boston, MA, Nottingham, MD, and Arlington, VA.
Bala is a dynamic growth-oriented company, built on relationships with our clients, staff, and industry partners. At Bala you will enjoy an exceptional employee experience that results in a successful career based on collaboration, leadership and personal development.
We are seeking a strong, experienced Mechanical Engineer (AEC/MEP) with leadership capability to lead our Washington, DC area Mechanical Engineering Departments and support the function enterprise-wide. The role will be entrepreneurial, intrapreneurial, and work on overall organizational advancements, bot operationally and technically.
Primary responsibilities of the Mechanical Engineer Department Manager will include: Work on implementing operational and technical processes and expertise.
- Review and evaluate forward-thinking system design to continue to develop best-in-class designs.
- Serve as an engineering leader and technical expert with the ability to answer questions and resolve issues brought forth by the engineering staff.
Create detailed engineering plans, processes, and procedures for engineering staff to use and abide by.
Propose and oversee budgets and timelines for engineering projects.
Check and confirm the accuracy of the work performed and the methods used by engineering staff.
Communicate and collaborate with other managers, suppliers, and contractors.
Prepare and deliver various engineering-related presentations, both internally and externally.
Perform department management activities including recruitment, hiring, coaching, and leadership.
Requirements for this position include: 10 plus years' experience in mechanical design (MEP)
Team supervisory experience is a plus
Bachelor's degree mechanical engineering and PE license required
Skilled technical writer
Expert knowledge of building codes
Excellent interpersonal skills
Self-motivated attitude with the ability to multitask and thrive in a timeline-driven environment with the ability to work individually or as part of a team.
Knowledge of Sustainable certification programs
Strong software skills including Revit
As a multi-discipline engineering firm, Bala is a leader in innovative designs for building systems in High Rise, Mission Critical, Multi-Unit Housing, Commercial Office, Higher Education, Transportation, Adaptive Reuse and Life Science facilities.
Bala's compensation package includes a rich benefits package along with competitive market salary structure. Our culture creates an environment where relationships thrive and careers flourish.
Bala offers comprehensive benefits:- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays - is the personal holiday included in that 8?
- 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
- Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
- Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
- Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
- Employee Referral Program
- Full-time roles work in office and qualify for one day remote work
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