Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose. McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.
Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:
- renewables and energy services
- engineering and design
- construction and facility services
To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?
The Opportunity with McKinstry We are seeking a
Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Design and Engineering team in our Spokane office. In this role, you will lead mechanical system design efforts, coordinate across internal and external stakeholders, and serve as the primary point of accountability for project deliverables.
What You'll DoTeam Management- Delegates specific design tasks to team members and manages project deliverables.
- Coordinates with internal design and construction teams.
- Identifies resource needs to meet project deadlines.
- Trains and mentors project engineers.
Project Management- Documents project correspondence, issues, decisions and directions.
- Creates and promotes the use of existing standardized design tools.
- Manages team's workload to deliver assigned projects on time and in budget.
- Provides engineering analysis to support sales and early design efforts.
- Defines, communicates, and manages scope, design intent, and design process for direct supervisor review.
- Identifies and alerts to changes in scope, schedule, budget, or expectations.
- Demonstrates understanding of overall project objectives and employs creative problem solving to achieve objectives within budget and resources
Design- Proficient and able to coach/delegate mechanical systems design, including calculations, airside systems, piping systems, equipment selection and multidiscipline coordination.
- Under the supervision of a senior engineer, the Lead Engineer performs, directs and reviews engineering calculations, design, and drafting tasks.
- Directs and contributes to production of design drawings and building information models for construction.
- Performs coordination with internal and external team members.
- Identifies opportunities for process and technology improvements.
- Investigates, evaluates, and troubleshoots existing systems.
- Presents options for design direction, system selection, energy conservation, and lost savings strategies.
Customer Relations- Attends regular design meetings with customers and external stakeholders.
- Represents McKinstry in the community.
- Enhances department and company reputation by participating in professional groups critical to McKinstry's line of business.
What You Need to Succeed- Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline required.
- Eight (8) years of experience in engineering design or related field is preferred.
- Onsite construction experience considered and welcome.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams required.
- Knowledge of Revit and Bluebeam required.
- Load calculation experience through IES VE, Carrier HAP, Trane Trace, Elite CHVAC or other required.
- Energy modeling experience preferred.
- Professional Engineer registration is required.
- LEED accreditation is preferred.
PeopleFirst Benefits When it comes to the basics, we have you covered: - Competitive pay
- 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums
People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with: - Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance.
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.
- Transgender inclusive benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Pet insurance
- "Building Good" paid community service time.
- Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University.
- McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers
See benefit plan documents for complete details.
If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.
The pay range for this position is $95,310 - $140,130 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.
The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.
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