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Senior Mechanical Engineer

LaBella Associates
LaBella Associates Salary
Chattanooga, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/1/2026

We are currently hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer in our Building Engineering division at our Chattanooga, TN office.

The Building Engineering Division at LaBella provides complete building engineering services including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural engineering. Services range from feasibility studies and analysis through project design and construction. Our engineers are well versed in new construction, renovations, additions, analysis, special structures, and design/build projects for a variety of clients.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will work with clients to provide HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection designs, studies and technical support as required to fulfill project requirements. Typical projects will involve field work, design, and construction administration services.

A successful candidate will be able to work well in a team, provide leadership to Jr Engineers, and be capable of developing new business.

Duties

  • Work closely with the mechanical engineering staff to develop concepts, strategies, construction documents and engineering reports for new building renovation projects
  • Ability to provide mechanical leadership for both large multi-discipline design projects including HVAC, plumbing, process piping systems and fire protection design
  • Interact directly with clients technically by completing analysis of design options, cost benefit comparisons, and communicating results to assist owner in decision making process
  • Responsible for directing mechanical project team to meet project goals and maintain quality work product
  • Manage the mechanical project financial performance and schedule
  • Client and Business Development
  • Proposal writing to initiate new business
  • Maintain client relationships


Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience with a professional A/E services firm is preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred
  • Strong writing, organizational and communications skills
  • Ability to work under pressure, and multi-task efficiently
  • Tennessee Professional Engineer's License is a preferred


Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Health/Dental Insurance
  • 401k Plan with Employer Match
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • Leadership Development Program
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Team Building Events
  • Community Service Events

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