POSITION SUMMARY
As a Managing Principal Engineer, you will manage, coordinate, and lead (conceptual) design on projects for the Southern California Division of Southland Industries. A large component of this role will be focused on client relationship development and management and directly supporting and developing the strategic growth of the design department and business services. A perfect candidate will be an excellent people leader and developer and informally manage a large group of engineers, responsible for achieving project goals and objectives.
What you'll do:
Ensures engineering standards are maintained and followed
Act as the Mechanical Engineering expert for the division, which also includes:
Providing design and engineering support to other departments as needed
Being responsible for achieving project goals and objectives
Managing conceptual design for specific projects
Preparing complex preliminary redline design layouts for estimating, performs more complex calculations for a project, such as heating/cooling loads, equipment selection and sizing, friction loss calculations, etc.
Performing site inspections to determine compliance with construction documents and resolving design issues (contract and scope) in all phases of the project: Preconstruction through Commissioning
Supporting departmental alignments through aligning staff talent and skills with division needs, meaning verifying BIM/VDC, Fire Protection, Detailing, Engineering are all supporting current field needs and division direction
Serve as the SME in the division for key technical topics, meaning you will also serve as the design expert at project team meetings
Work directly with Private Clients, Developers, or other Divisions peer groups
Through strong technical leadership on projects, develop and maintain client relationships at the deepest levels, with ability to support client needs and questions on a one-on-one basis
Drive innovation, continuous improvement, and technical expertise from project concept through field installation
Informally manage a larger group of engineers, including staffing, training and performance management with the focus of people development
What you'll need to be successful:
Four-year degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required, MS degree preferred
Licensed Mechanical or Architectural PE required
15-25 yrs. Experience in design engineering required, ideally on mega projects within the mission critical and healthcare sectors
8+ yrs. management experience required
Mastery knowledge of applicable systems design, such as HVAC, plumbing, etc., as well as all design engineering aspects
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communication with all levels of employees, clients and general contractors
Has a deep network of existing client and owner relationships that can be leveraged to support future work acquisition and project development
Strong leadership skills
Strong public speaking ability
Strong computer skills, including CADD and Microsoft Office Products, such as Excel
YOU Matter
PEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGN
At Southland we aspire to build a workforce that's as diverse as the people who occupy the buildings we design, build and maintain. Building talent by design is our intentional approach to creating a truly safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, empowers professional achievement, and where people are treated with respect at all levels.
If you're someone with a true passion for our industry, a life-long learner, with high accountability and a drive for results we're looking for you!? At Southland, we hire problem solvers that are focused on providing customer value through continuous improvement and will take ownership to create the best experiences that will have an impact wider than their own job.? We thrive on creating a strong company and culture where you'll feel engaged, challenged, and valued.
If you're ready for the next big step in your career and want a career full of fun and excitement and to be a part of a fast-paced growing company, then? JOIN ?our team and become a part of an organization?that values? PEOPLE ,? SAFETY, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, INTEGRITY,?ACCOUNTABILITY?& SUSTAINABILITY.
Benefits:
As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family:
401(k) Plan with? 50% Company Match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
Annual incentive program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance - 100% Paid for Employee
Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
Disability Income Protection Insurance
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave
Numerous training opportunities and company paid membership for professional associations and licenses
Pay: Final pay is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. For (Colorado/New York City/California/Washington) this ranges from $140,000-$240,000 plus annual incentive, benefits and retirement program as outlined above.
For more information on Southland Industries, please visit our website:? Southland Careers (http://southlandindcareers.com/) ?or on? Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/SouthlandInd) ?or? LinkedIN (https://www.linkedin.com/company/22132?trk=tyah&trkInfo=tarId%3A1408634606883%2Ctas%3ASouthland%20industries%2Cidx%3A2-1-4) *?*
To hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Culture site - Explore Our Culture (https://southlandind.com/culture)
Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an? Equal Opportunity Employer? and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.?All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.
*All employment offers are contingent upon successful, drug tests, background checks and professional reference checks. *
*We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time*
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