Principal Mechanical Engineer

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🕒 July 27

⚔️ Virginia, Washington – Remote

⚔️ Virginia – Remote ☕ Washington – Remote

💵 $150k - $191k / year

⏰ Full Time

🔴 Lead

🧑‍🔧 Mechanical Engineer

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Meade

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 1908

🏗️ Construction

⚡ Energy

Construction • Energy

Meade is a long-established engineering, construction and maintenance firm (in operation since 1908) that delivers design, construction, and emergency repair services across a range of infrastructure markets. The company serves commercial and light industrial clients as well as heavy industrial, utilities (electrical and gas distribution), oil & gas pipeline, renewable energy, transportation and technology sectors. Meade provides engineering, fleet management (noting over 3,500 pieces of equipment), project controls, and 24/7 emergency response, and emphasizes safety, OSHA-compliant site-specific safety plans, and quality delivery.

📋 Description

• Serve as Engineer of Record (EOR) for mechanical design on data center projects. • Lead the design and engineering of HVAC, chilled water, and other mission-critical cooling systems. • Develop, review, and approve technical drawings, specifications, and submittals. • Coordinate with internal design teams and external stakeholders including clients, architects, and contractors. • Oversee mechanical design from concept through construction, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with codes and standards. • Conduct system analyses, equipment selections, and energy efficiency evaluations. • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers. • Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables to ensure on-time, high-quality outcomes. • Review and seal design documents as required under state licensure. • Support business development efforts through proposal writing, client presentations, and technical input.

🎯 Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering design, with at least 5 years focused on data centers or mission-critical facilities. • Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. • Professional Engineer (PE) license required and in good standing. • Demonstrated experience acting as Engineer of Record (EOR) for mechanical systems. • Strong leadership skills with proven experience managing and mentoring engineering teams. • In-depth knowledge of ASHRAE standards, building codes, and energy modeling principles. • Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and mechanical design software (e.g., Carrier HAP, Trace 700). • Excellent communication and client-facing skills. • Experience with hyperscale or colocation data center projects. • Knowledge of sustainability and energy efficiency practices. • Familiarity with commissioning processes and field inspections.

🏖️ Benefits

• Eligible employees may participate in Meade-sponsored benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored benefits.