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Lead Building Mechanical Engineering Manager - Water / Wastewater Industry

Brown and Caldwell
Saint Paul, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/12/2026

Job Summary 

The Lead Building Mechanical Engineering role leads a team of engineers in developing HVAC, plumbing, and fire sprinkler calculations for various building projects. The role interprets mechanical, plumbing, building, and fire codes to ensure compliance with industry standards. The role is involved with sizing ductwork, plumbing, and fire sprinkler distribution systems, and selecting appropriate equipment. The role oversees the drafting and modeling of these systems using AutoCAD and Revit software, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Additionally, the role develops specifications for HVAC, plumbing, and fire sprinkler equipment in Word and Speclink. The role reviews drawings and specifications, coordinating with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration and project success. 

Responsibilities 

  • Oversee all activities performed by the team of individual contributors in building mechanical engineering. 
  • Ensure that the team properly interprets mechanical, plumbing, building, and fire codes accurately. 
  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines in reviewing HVAC, plumbing and fire sprinkler drawings/specifications. 
  • Leverage software tools to draft and model HVAC, plumbing and fire sprinkler systems. 
  • Develop specifications for HVAC, plumbing and fire sprinkler equipment using suitable software tools. 
  • Hold the responsibility for achieving unit objectives as set by upper management. 
  • Lead, develop, and coach a high-performing team by setting clear expectations, providing feedback, and fostering a culture of engagement, growth, and accountability. 
  • Oversee workload planning, performance management, and team operations to align resources with business objectives while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. 
  • Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs. 

Skills and Competencies 

  • Excellent leadership skills in managing a team of individual contributors. 
  • Proficiency in using software tools for drafting, modelling and developing specifications for HVAC, plumbing and fire sprinkler systems. 
  • Proficient in interpreting mechanical, plumbing, building, and fire codes and NFPA standards. 
  • Exceptional skills in coordinating with other engineering disciplines. 

Experience 

  • Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of building mechanical engineering or related experience. 
  • Typically certified in Brown and Caldwell's Subject Matter Specialist (SMS) Framework, and progressing through the SMS competencies. 

Education 

  • A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field or equivalent experience is required. 

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Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.  These ranges may be modified in the future.   

Location A: $117,000 - $159,000
Location B: $128,000 - $175,000
Location C: $140,000 - $191,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.  

Benefits and Other Compensation:  We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.  

About Brown and Caldwell   

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com  

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.   

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.    

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

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