Senior Mechanical Engineer

CP Engineers is a leading company with over 40 years of experience in providing innovative engineering solutions across various sectors. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design projects, mentor junior engineers, and ensure high-quality engineering outputs. The role involves developing project scopes, preparing budget estimates, and overseeing compliance with engineering standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical engineering design for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems across commercial, industrial, municipal, and infrastructure projects
• Perform mechanical calculations, equipment selections, system sizing, and detailed technical analyses
• Prepare and seal engineering drawings, specifications, and reports in accordance with state PE requirements
• Conduct system modeling (e.g., energy modeling, load calculations) to optimize system performance
• Review and approve design documents prepared by junior engineers and CAD staff
• Ensure all designs meet applicable codes (IMC, IPC, NFPA, ASHRAE, OSHA, local/state regs)
• Process design experience a plus
• Experience working with gas systems, generators, fire suppression systems, cleanrooms, storage tanks, oil water separators a plus
• Serve as the mechanical discipline lead on multi‑disciplinary project teams, coordinating closely with electrical, structural, civil, and water resources groups
• Develop complete plan sets, technical specifications, and bid/construction documents
• Support construction-phase services: respond to RFIs, review submittals, conduct field inspections, issue punch lists, and prepare site visit reports
• Participate in value engineering, feasibility studies, and system evaluations for renovation and new construction projects
• Maintain compliance with firm-wide QA/QC procedures
• Review design deliverables for technical accuracy, constructability, and regulatory compliance
• Verify that designs meet safety, reliability, maintainability, and operational requirements
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging electrical codes, utility standards, and industry advances
• Meet with clients to define project scope, requirements, and technical expectations
• Provide technical guidance, recommendations, and solutions during planning and project execution
• Support proposal writing, project budgeting, and mechanical scope development
• Attend client meetings, presentations, and project interviews as required
• Provide technical mentorship to junior mechanical engineers, EITs, and designers
• Support staff development through training on codes, design standards, and best practices
• Oversee workload distribution, task assignments, and schedule adherence for mechanical discipline tasks

Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited university
• Maintain active Professional Engineer (PE) license in NJ (or ability to obtain via reciprocity)
• Minimum 7-10 years of mechanical engineering experience, with a track record of leading, mentoring, or supervising other engineers
• Excellent ability to review and critique designs and provide constructive guidance
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Understanding of construction processes and field coordination, with the ability to support field engineers when necessary
• A valid driver's license and dependable transportation
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD
• Process design experience a plus
• Experience working with gas systems, generators, fire suppression systems, cleanrooms, storage tanks, oil water separators a plus