What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Mechanical Engineer position at LHH?
Associate Principal – Mechanical Project Engineer (PE)
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Executive Leadership
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
The Associate Principal – Mechanical Project Engineer will lead the engineering and design of commercial, educational, and healthcare projects from concept through construction. This role involves preparing construction documents, coordinating with clients and consultants, and conducting site visits to review systems. Candidates should be experienced in medical gas system design and knowledgeable in relevant building codes. Healthcare project experience is a plus.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical engineering design for diverse building projects
- Prepare and review construction documents and specifications
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes including NFPA 170, NFPA 99, NFPA 101, International Energy Conservation Code, and International Building Code
- Conduct site visits during design and construction phases
- Utilize AutoCAD and Revit for design and documentation
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
- 9–15 years of experience in mechanical engineering and building systems design
- Experience with medical gas system design
- Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Compensation
- Annual base salary range: $130,000 to $165,000
- Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
- Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance
- Compensation may vary based on location, experience, and qualifications
Benefits
- Medical Insurance: 100% of employee major medical insurance premium is paid by the company. The company pays 75% of the dependent premium. Employees are responsible for all deductibles and 25% of the dependent premium.
- Health Savings Account (HSA): Employees may contribute up to government limits using pre-tax dollars to offset deductibles. The company does not contribute or match HSA funds.
- Profit Sharing: A SEP-IRA profit-sharing program is available and becomes effective after 3 years of employment.
- Paid Time Off (PTO):
- 4 weeks of vacation annually
- 2 weeks of paid military leave per year for eligible employees
- Vacation time does not accrue year to year; unused vacation may be considered in bonus calculations
- Sick Leave: Up to 6 days of non-accrual paid sick leave may be forgiven annually at the discretion of company officers. Sick leave is evaluated individually and considered in bonus preparation.
- Professional Development:
- Seminar tuition is reimbursed upon satisfactory completion of approved classes
- Time spent attending seminars is deducted as straight time from overtime compensation
- Dues and Licenses: The company pays for technical and professional society dues and license renewal fees, subject to executive committee approval
- Salary Review: Salaries are reviewed informally at least annually, and semi-annually if warranted by growth and performance
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Salary : $130,000 - $165,000