Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE) Engineering Leadership

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER (PE) – ENGINEERING LEADERSHIP

Global Facility Solutions (GFS) | Columbia, Maryland (On-site)

Senior Technical Leader | 20+ Years Experience | Path to Leadership

🔷 Lead Complex MEP Design & Mentor Engineering Teams

Global Facility Solutions (GFS) is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE) to serve as a technical leader and mentor within our growing engineering and energy solutions team.

This role is ideal for a highly experienced engineer (20+ years) who wants to remain technically engaged while also leading projects, mentoring engineers, and influencing engineering standards and strategy.

You will play a key role in delivering complex HVAC and MEP designs, supporting energy optimization initiatives, and guiding the development of the engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership & Design

• Lead mechanical and HVAC system design for complex commercial and institutional projects


• Oversee preparation of construction documents, specifications, and calculations


• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and best practices


• Serve as Engineer of Record when applicable

Technical Oversight & Quality

• Review and approve engineering deliverables for accuracy and quality


• Provide guidance on system selection, design strategies, and constructability


• Troubleshoot complex engineering challenges across projects

Project Leadership

• Manage multiple engineering projects from concept through construction


• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal teams


• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and commissioning support

Energy & Sustainability

• Lead energy audits and building performance assessments


• Identify and evaluate energy conservation measures (ECMs)


• Support sustainability and ESG-focused initiatives

Mentorship & Team Development

• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers


• Support training, development, and technical growth of the team


• Contribute to recruiting and team building efforts

Qualifications

Required

• Professional Engineer (PE) license – REQUIRED


• 20+ years of mechanical / HVAC engineering experience


• Deep expertise in MEP design, HVAC systems, and building infrastructure


• Strong proficiency in:




• AutoCAD


• Revit


• Load calculation and energy modeling tools (HAP, TRACE, etc.)




• Proven experience leading complex engineering projects

Preferred

• Experience serving as technical lead or discipline lead


• Background in energy engineering or sustainability initiatives


• Experience mentoring engineers and leading teams


• Experience across healthcare, education, or government facilities

Compensation

• Competitive base + bonus


• Target range: $150K – $190K+ depending on experience

Why Join GFS

• High-impact technical leadership role


• Opportunity to shape engineering standards and mentor teams


• Exposure to diverse, complex projects


• Growth path into Director / Engineering Leadership roles

About GFS GFS is a one-stop shop for operations, engineering, energy, and sustainability services in the built environment. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, we serve clients locally in the Mid-Atlantic region and nationwide. Over the years, we have established a track record of success, with over 90% of our new clients coming from referrals. We take pride in building long-term relationships founded on trust, quality, and delivering measurable results. In 2023, GFS became part of Exigent, a dynamic group focusing on energy efficiency, sustainability, and engineering services. GFS continues to improve its capabilities while maintaining a service-first, customer-centered approach.

About Exigent Exigent brings together world-class mechanical services companies, creating an integrated platform powered by cutting-edge technology and union expertise. We focus on critical facilities in recession-proof verticals like healthcare, education, and government, delivering exceptional HVAC, plumbing, and building automation services. Our platform provides operating companies with advanced sales tools, technical training, and operational support while maintaining their entrepreneurial spirit. Check out our website for more information.