Title: Engineering Manager

Company: Confidental Until Initial Phone Screening

Location: San Jose, CA (100% On-Site)

Salary: $120,000 - $170,000

Full-Time Direct Hire W2

No Visa Sponsorship or C2C/C2H Available

Our client is a leading provider of HVAC, plumbing, and industrial cooling solutions, committed to delivering exceptional quality and innovative designs. We are seeking a skilled and dynamic Engineering Manager/Team Lead to join their team in San Jose, CA. This role involves overseeing and contributing to the design, planning, and execution of cutting-edge engineering projects while leading and mentoring a talented team of engineers and designers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with clients and general contractors to define and refine project scopes involving HVAC, plumbing, controls, and industrial cooling systems.
• Represent our client during project design meetings, presenting proposals, findings, and recommendations to clients and stakeholders.
• Perform site visits to evaluate existing mechanical systems and recommend performance or energy-efficiency solutions.
• Conduct and review engineering calculations, including load calculations, equipment selection, energy analysis, acoustics, psychrometric evaluations, and pressure loss analysis.
• Supervise and mentor a team of engineers and designers, providing guidance and technical expertise to ensure project deliverables are met on time and within scope.
• Evaluate the feasibility of new equipment or system modifications considering costs, space, energy goals, and project timelines.
• Conduct quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) reviews at project milestones and prior to construction.
• Develop and implement training plans for team members to enhance their technical skills and productivity.
• Assist with resource forecasting and allocation for ongoing and future projects, ensuring the department is equipped to meet project demands.
• Lead initiatives to refine engineering standards, tools, and processes to improve team efficiency and project outcomes.
• Provide technical guidance and interpretations of codes, regulations, and specifications throughout all project phases.
• Identify value engineering and constructability opportunities to optimize designs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.
• HVAC and/or plumbing experience for commercial and/or industrial projects.
• Experience leading teams in an engineering environment.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate; California Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.
• Proficiency in engineering software, including Trace 700, AutoCAD (2016 or later), and familiarity with Revit or BIM systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of system types, equipment, installation standards, and procedures.
• In-depth understanding of local, state, and California building codes.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to interface with clients, architects, and other trades effectively.
• Experience with QA/QC reviews and conceptual design processes.
• Ability to act as a lead engineer on projects with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• LEED accreditation or experience with green building initiatives.
• Experience working with competitors such as ACCO Engineered Systems, Critchfield Mechanical, Southland Industries, or similar firms.
• Familiarity with project management tools and practices.