What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Department Manager position at Jedson Engineering?
Job Title: Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation Department Manager
Location: Cincinnati, OH
About Jedson Engineering
Jedson Engineering provides full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management solutions to clients in industrial and manufacturing sectors. We deliver practical, innovative designs while focusing on safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
Position Overview
Jedson Engineering is seeking a Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation Department Manager to lead our mechanical engineering team, with a strong focus on industrial ventilation systems. This role is responsible for technical leadership, project delivery, and team management, ensuring high-quality solutions for complex industrial facilities.
Key Responsibilities
Location: Cincinnati, OH
About Jedson Engineering
Jedson Engineering provides full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management solutions to clients in industrial and manufacturing sectors. We deliver practical, innovative designs while focusing on safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
Position Overview
Jedson Engineering is seeking a Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation Department Manager to lead our mechanical engineering team, with a strong focus on industrial ventilation systems. This role is responsible for technical leadership, project delivery, and team management, ensuring high-quality solutions for complex industrial facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation department, including engineers, designers, and support staff.
- Lead the design and analysis of industrial ventilation, dust collection, HVAC, and process exhaust systems.
- Provide technical expertise and quality oversight on engineering deliverables.
- Collaborate with project managers and other discipline leads to execute multi-discipline projects.
- Mentor and develop team members, fostering technical growth and professional development.
- Develop and maintain department standards, tools, and best practices.
- Support client relationships and business development activities, including proposal preparation and estimating.
- Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanical engineering experience, with emphasis on industrial ventilation and HVAC.
- Leadership or department management experience.
- Strong knowledge of industrial ventilation design standards (e.g., ACGIH, NFPA, ASHRAE).
- Experience with industrial projects (chemical, manufacturing, pulp & paper, or related industries).
- Proficiency in relevant design and simulation software.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Lead a specialized engineering team on challenging industrial projects.
- Opportunity to influence department direction and growth.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.