Overview

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Life Sciences HVAC at Genesis AEC — Hybrid in Medford, MA

Join our team as a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the Life Sciences HVAC domain. We are looking for a candidate with strong technical leadership, design, and collaboration skills who can drive high-quality project delivery.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and oversee a mechanical design team consisting of Project Engineers and Designers to ensure high-quality project delivery.
• Drive development and review of complex engineering calculations, including HVAC load calculations, fan static pressure analysis, hydraulic calculations/modeling, and isometric analyses by Project Mechanical Engineers.
• Coordinate scheduling of field surveys and support the development of HVAC and Central Utility system layout and design, in collaboration with the Project Mechanical Engineer and Mechanical Designers.
• Coordinate closely with multi-disciplinary teams – including architects, other engineering disciplines, client representatives, facility operations, and contractors – to ensure cohesive project integration.
• Conduct facility infrastructure assessments, infrastructure/utility master planning, and perform code and energy evaluations.
• Lead the development of airflow diagrams, pressurization plans, zoning plans, and classification plans for Pharmaceutical and Life Science applications.
• Lead the development of equipment specifications, based on company standards, and in coordination with specific client and equipment vendor requirements.
• Manage the review of equipment submittals and shop drawings, prepare timely responses to RFIs, and create punch list development and resolution.
• Assist the Chief Automation Engineer in the development of Instrumentation and Control Design for Mechanical systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years of relevant experience with increasing responsibilities
• Deep familiarity with Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Life Science, and Laboratory industries, with insight into client priorities, compliance standards, and market dynamics
• Proficiency in computerized HVAC load calculation and energy software
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives, including identifying project opportunities and supporting proposal efforts
• Expertise in Mechanical systems design and engineering, including chilled water plants, steam and hot water boiler plants, custom and semi-custom air handling units, direct expansion (DX) system design, pumps, duct and air distribution systems, piping systems, and DDC control systems
• Proficiency with MS Office and Adobe Professional software
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with client-facing roles and proposal development
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff in client relationship development and support their involvement in business development activities
• PE License

Why you’ll love it here

• Our collaborative and positive culture sets us apart
• We offer schedule flexibility, including 9-hour days Monday through Thursday and 4-hour Fridays, with a hybrid work week
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and RX insurance plans
• Competitive 401(k) match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Thought leadership opportunities, including a $1,000 award for presenting or publishing your technical expertise

Employment type

• Full-time

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Job function

• Engineering and Project Management
• Industries: Facilities Services and Engineering Services