Mechanical Engineering Discipline Leader

Description

SMRT is a multi-disciplinary, full-service architecture and engineering firm specializing in high-performing, complex, and sustainable environments. We’re a collaborative team united by a shared vision—designing for what’s next.

We solve complex problems with smart, inventive solutions. Our success comes from the power of collaboration, allowing us to deliver exceptional spaces and face challenges head-on. If you’re curious, creative, and committed to advancing sustainable design, you’ll feel right at home here.

Join SMRT as our Mechanical Engineering Discipline Leader and help shape the future of our practice. In this leadership role, you’ll guide a talented team of engineers, drive technical excellence, and support integrated, cross-disciplinary project delivery. You’ll influence how we approach mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection design across the firm while contributing directly to high-performing, resilient, and people-focused environments. From mentoring to strategy to hands-on technical oversight, your impact will be felt throughout the entire project lifecycle and the growth of the discipline itself.

What Our Mechanical Engineering Discipline Leaders Do

• Lead, develop, and manage the discipline team, fostering a collaborative, high-quality practice environment.
• Drive staffing strategy, recruitment support, performance management, and mentorship for engineers at all levels.
• Ensure technical excellence through licensed professional oversight, project participation, and rigorous QA/QC processes.
• Advance discipline-wide standards, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee workload forecasting, resource planning, and discipline operations to support seamless project delivery.
• Contribute to business development, including proposals, fee scoping, and participation in client meetings and presentations.
• Strengthen and maintain client relationships by delivering consistent, exceptional service.
• Represent SMRT in professional organizations, conferences, and community engagements.
• Support engineering design across mechanical systems (HVAC, hydronics, plumbing, fire protection) and provide advanced technical guidance.
• Review and approve system designs, calculations, analyses, and discipline-specific documentation.
• Promote an inclusive, positive discipline culture focused on learning, innovation, and high performance.

Requirements

Skills You Need to Be Successful

• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop engineering teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Business acumen related to budgets, schedules, workload planning, and profitability.
• Excellent communication skills for internal collaboration and external client engagement.
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships and negotiate scope and services.
• Strong technical competency in mechanical engineering systems, codes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to foster cross-disciplinary coordination and integrated project delivery.
• Commitment to continuous learning, adaptability, and professional development.
• Sound judgment, integrity, and problem-solving abilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience, including demonstrated project leadership.
• Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory, management, or team leadership role.
• Active professional engineering licensure (PE), required; multi-state licensure or reciprocity preferred.
• LEED, WELL, CEM, or Passive House credentials highly desirable.
• Ability to travel to SMRT offices and job sites as needed.

What WE Have to Offer

• Paid time off: vacation, sick time, holidays, and community service
• Healthcare, dental, and life insurance benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with automatic company contribution
• Education assistance and licensure support
• Reimbursement for training and business development activities
• Flexible work environment
• Support for continued learning, career growth, and professional involvement

SMRT is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.

Compensation

Compensation for this role aligns with the candidate’s experience, skills, and responsibilities of the position. Our salary ranges reflect our commitment to transparency and pay equity, helping candidates make informed decisions.