# Senior Mechanical Engineer **Company:** [Dalia Consulting](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/jz1jUaoN4oxQWmYonc7Ht4.md) **Location:** San Francisco, United States **Workplace:** on site [Apply for this job](http://jobs.workable.com/view/3331244b-5283-48a1-8a13-7d299a643207) ## Description \# Mechanical Engineer – HVAC (PE Licensed) \*\*Location:\*\* California (specific office location to be confirmed with client) \*\*Experience:\*\* 5–10 years \*\*License:\*\* Professional Engineer (PE) required \*\*Job Type:\*\* Full-Time \--- \## About the Opportunity We're looking for a licensed Mechanical Engineer who wants more than a stamp and a stack of drawings — someone ready to shape the mechanical systems of tomorrow's buildings while shaping their own career path toward leadership. This is a firm where engineers are known by name, mentorship is built into the week (not squeezed in), and there's a real, visible track to principal and ownership for people who want it. If you're a PE with a strong HVAC background who's ready to take on more complex projects, mentor junior staff, and have a genuine say in how the firm grows — we want to talk to you. \--- \## What You'll Do \- Lead mechanical/HVAC design for commercial, institutional, healthcare, and/or industrial projects from concept through construction administration \- Perform and oversee load calculations, equipment selection, ductwork and piping design, and energy modeling \- Ensure designs meet California Title 24, ASHRAE standards, and applicable building codes \- Review and stamp drawings and calculations as the engineer of record \- Collaborate directly with architects, contractors, and clients — often as the primary technical point of contact \- Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers, reviewing their work and helping them grow toward licensure \- Contribute to proposals, client relationships, and business development as your role expands \- Help shape internal standards, tools, and processes — your ideas carry real weight here \--- \## What You Bring \- Active California PE license (Mechanical) \- 5–10 years of HVAC design experience in a consulting engineering environment \- Proficiency with Trane Trace, Carrier HAP, or equivalent load/energy modeling software \- Strong working knowledge of Title 24 energy compliance and ASHRAE 90.1/62.1 \- Experience with Revit/AutoCAD MEP; BIM coordination experience a plus \- A track record of mentoring or a genuine interest in developing others \- Excellent communication skills — you can explain a design decision to a client as clearly as to a junior engineer \--- \## Why This Firm \*\*Culture that's actually lived, not just posted on a wall\*\* This is a close-knit, collaborative team where senior staff make a point of being accessible — no closed-door hierarchy, no "figure it out yourself" culture. Expect open floor plans (literal and figurative), regular knowledge-sharing sessions, and a genuine investment in work-life balance. Flexible schedules and hybrid work are supported, not just tolerated. \*\*A real succession plan\*\* Many firms talk about growth; this one has built the actual pathway. There's a structured track from Senior Engineer → Associate → Principal, with ownership/equity opportunities for those who want to build a long-term future here. Leadership is actively planning for the next generation of firm owners — and that could be you. If your goal is to eventually run projects, run teams, or run the business itself, this is a place built to get you there. \*\*Mentorship both ways\*\* You'll be mentored by senior principals with decades of HVAC design experience, while also mentoring the engineers coming up behind you. Professional development isn't an afterthought — continuing education, PE exam support for staff working toward licensure, and conference attendance are part of how the firm invests in its people. \*\*Meaningful, varied work\*\* Projects span multiple sectors, so you won't be stuck doing the same building type for years — you'll build a broad, resume-defining portfolio while working with a team that genuinely enjoys solving hard problems together. \--- \## Compensation & Benefits \- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience (details provided upon application) \- Performance bonuses \- Medical, dental, and vision insurance \- 401(k) with company match \- PE license renewal and professional development support \- Generous PTO and flexible/hybrid work arrangements \- Clear path toward Associate and Principal-level advancement \--- \--- \*This firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.\*