Mechanical Engineering Lead

• Company Description
• Work with Us. Change the World.
• At AECOM, we're delivering a better world.

Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

• Job Description
• AECOM is seeking a motivated, technically experienced team leader to serve as Mechanical Engineering Lead based in our Oakland or San Francisco, CA office.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for leading technically proficient teams, designing custom solutions, mentoring mid-level and junior staff, managing the mechanical team workload and developing calculations, drawings, reports, and specifications for the mechanical design work on exciting and complex projects. The Mechanical Engineering Lead should be capable of leading and developing teams to complete building engineering projects. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external clients is required.

You will be expected to:

+ Serve as a Discipline Lead for our Bay Area team and provide mentorship to an experienced group of engineers. + Be responsible for Mechanical systems design (EOR of contract documents). + Participate in developing project fee proposals that detail the scope, schedule and budget necessary to deliver the work. + Coordinate design and schedule with other disciplines such as architectural, structural, electrical, technology and equipment suppliers. + Maintain accurate project documentation and design data for permanent project files. + Evaluates project staffing requirements, analyzes problems, and writes reports. + Lead client meetings regarding engineering systems and maintaining good client relations. + Identify prospective clients, assist in marketing efforts to develop new clients, and develops future projects with existing clients. + Assure quality and completeness of the engineering design.

• Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements:

• + BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering or similar field +8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. + Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of California

• Preferred Qualifications:

• + 12+ years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

+ 5+ years of experience as the primary engineering interface with multiple clients either as a project manager or as the engineering lead + Working knowledge of California Building Codes and relevant industry standards (ASHRAE, LEED, HCAI). + Excellent project planning, project management, organizational and time management skills. + Extensive understanding of HVAC engineering fundamentals including load calculations, conceptual systems analysis through construction documentation design. + Documented experience with advanced HVAC systems design and technically challenging projects with fasted paced schedules. + Experience with Design-Build and other Alternate Delivery practices a plus + Plumbing and Fire Protection system design experience + Experience with sustainable design and certification or high-performance buildings + Excellent communication skills: articulate, assertive, and confident + Experience in the following markets: + Healthcare + Federal Market Project Delivery + Advanced Manufacturing + Data Centers / Mission Critical + Corporate Commercial / Mixed Use

• Additional Information
• + Project-related travel may be required for this position. + Hybrid work environment
• Fully remote position not available. + Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity. Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $170000 to $200000.
• About AECOM
• AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public

• and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle
• from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
• What makes AECOM a great place to work
• You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects
• both in your local community and on a global scale
• that are transforming our industry and shaping the future.

With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

• ReqID:

• J10150208

• Business Line:

• B&P•Buildings & Places •

Business Group:

• DCS

• Strategic Business Unit:

• West

• Career Area:

• Engineering

• Work Location Model:

• Hybrid

• Compensation:

• USD 170000

• USD 200000
• yearly