Mechanical/Piping Engineering Department Manager

You must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

No C2C or 3rd parties, please.

We are actively interviewing for a Mechanical/Piping Engineering Department Manager to join our client's growing team in Pittsburgh, PA! This is an exciting opportunity to oversee a talented group of engineers and designers working on cutting-edge projects in a variety of markets, including industrial, oil & gas, manufacturing, and more.

What you'll do:

• Lead the mechanical department, managing resources, staffing, and project schedules
• Provide technical oversight on HVAC, mechanical, fire protection, and piping systems
• Develop mechanical design criteria, perform calculations, and review P&IDs
• Prepare estimates and scopes of work for proposals and ongoing projects
• Train and mentor the team, ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Serve as the Senior Engineer/Project Lead on key projects
• Ensure project performance aligns with schedule and budget

What we're looking for:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (PE registration required)
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical/piping engineering, preferably in industrial or manufacturing
• Strong understanding of industry codes and standards (ANSI, ASME, ISO, NFPA)
• Proficiency with design software and familiarity with Pipe Flo, Caesar II, Trane 3D Plus
• Ability to travel (up to 10%) and perform field/site visits

Bonus skills:

• Project management experience
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, or Bluebeam