Senior Mechanical Engineer - MEP Building Systems

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Atlanta, GA

About the Role

Stillpoint Talent Group is partnering with a highly respected MEP consulting engineering firm to identify a Senior Mechanical Engineer for its Atlanta office. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity with a firm known for delivering innovative mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and technology engineering solutions for clients across the commercial, healthcare, hospitality, retail, education, multifamily, municipal, and institutional sectors.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will play a key leadership role within the organization, overseeing HVAC and plumbing system design, mentoring engineering staff, managing client relationships, and contributing to the successful delivery of complex projects. This position is ideal for a mechanical engineer with 8–15 years of consulting engineering experience who enjoys technical leadership, project ownership, and collaborating directly with clients and project teams.

About the Client

Our client is an established consulting engineering firm with a strong national presence and a reputation for delivering practical, innovative, and highly coordinated building system solutions. The firm has successfully completed projects across a wide range of market sectors and is known for developing long-term relationships with clients through exceptional service, technical expertise, and responsiveness.

The organization maintains a collaborative, team-oriented culture where engineers are encouraged to take ownership of projects, develop leadership skills, and contribute to the continued growth of the firm. Employees benefit from direct access to leadership, meaningful project responsibilities, and opportunities for long-term career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and coordination of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical building systems for commercial, healthcare, hospitality, education, retail, multifamily, and institutional projects
• Serve as a technical resource and mentor for junior engineers and design staff
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, schedule, and budget objectives
• Coordinate with architects, owners, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout project delivery
• Perform engineering calculations, equipment selection, system evaluations, and technical analyses
• Prepare and review construction documents, specifications, and engineering reports
• Participate in project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and client communication activities
• Review engineering designs for accuracy, constructability, and code compliance
• Support projects through construction administration including RFIs, submittal reviews, site visits, and field coordination
• Assist with proposal development, client relationship management, and business development efforts
• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives and support the continued development of the engineering team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required
• 8–15 years of experience in mechanical engineering within an MEP consulting environment
• PE preferred
• Strong non-licensed candidates with demonstrated technical expertise, career stability, and progressive consulting engineering experience will be considered
• Strong experience designing HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial, healthcare, hospitality, education, multifamily, retail, municipal, or institutional facilities
• Proficiency with Revit and industry-standard mechanical engineering software
• Strong understanding of ASHRAE standards, energy codes, and applicable mechanical codes
• Experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Ability to mentor and develop junior engineering professionals

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution and matching
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Licensure reimbursement and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work environment
• Opportunity to work on diverse and technically challenging projects

Why Join

• Join a highly respected engineering consulting firm with a strong reputation for technical excellence and client service
• Work on a diverse portfolio of healthcare, education, hospitality, multifamily, commercial, and institutional projects
• Collaborative culture with direct access to firm leadership and decision-makers
• Opportunity to lead projects and mentor future engineering leaders
• Strong emphasis on professional development, innovation, and long-term career growth
• Stable project backlog and continued expansion opportunities within the organization

Why Partner with Stillpoint Talent Group

• Clarity-Driven Recruiting Solutions Built on Trust and Partnership
• Proven Industry Expertise Across Healthcare and AEC Recruitment
• Personalized Candidate Representation and Career Advocacy
• Transparent Communication and Consultative Guidance
• Long-Term Partnership Approach for Clients and Candidates
• Efficient, Results-Focused Permanent Placement Process
• Nationwide Reach with Deep Industry Talent Networks

Apply today to learn more about this Senior Mechanical Engineer opportunity in Atlanta, GA!