Lead Mechanical Engineer

Lead Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to spearhead our team of electrical and HVAC engineers. This role involves overseeing the creation and updating of General, HVAC, and Electrical drawings for various stages of project approval and completion. The ideal candidate will serve as the primary contact and representative for engineering teams during meetings and calls, ensuring the accurate communication of progress and needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of electrical and HVAC engineers to create and update General (G sheets), HVAC (M Sheets), and Electrical (E sheets) for Issued for Approval, As-built, and Closeout Submittal drawing sets.
• Act as the project manager and main representative of the engineering team during meetings and calls with clients or the Integrated Manufacturing Operations team.
• Create standards for integrated manufacturing HVAC designs and controls for modular e-houses.
• Perform the final review of Issued for Approval, As-built, and Closeout Submittal drawings to ensure compliance with clients' scope, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Ensure that HVAC and Electrical designs adhere to national and local codes, fulfilling all client requirements.
• Perform heat load calculations for each project and ensure proper sizing of HVAC equipment.
• Create and verify CFD analysis for each project to ensure HVAC design meets heat load requirements.
• Be proficient in AutoCAD to assist in creating and updating General, HVAC, and Electrical drawings when necessary.
• Coordinate with HVAC, Enclosure, and Electrical vendors and suppliers to select the best-engineered systems for each project.
• Communicate and coordinate with the engineering team to keep the Engineering Manager informed of design issues, schedule impacts, and resolutions.
• Ensure Electrical Engineering is updated on electrical requirements and spacing needs for HVAC equipment.
• Answer questions for the Integrated Manufacturing production and operations team.
• Innovate the modular building HVAC design by contributing new ideas and discussing them with the Engineering Manager.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in HVAC, mechanical, and mechanical design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience in project management or leading junior engineers.
• Strong experience in mechanical engineering and construction.

Work Environment

This role requires onsite presence from Monday to Friday. The work environment is dynamic, with a focus on collaboration and innovation. The candidate will work closely with a diverse team of engineers and professionals to deliver high-quality projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arlington, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $67.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Arlington, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 12, 2026.

About Actalent

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