Senior Mechanical Engineer

Join our team at TowerPinkster and open a new door to an amazing career!

TowerPinkster, an architecture, engineering, and interior design firm based in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky, is looking for a talented Senior Mechanical Engineer.

This position is responsible for building relationships and collaborating with clients at the planning level to determine solutions and develop a Mechanical System plan.

In addition, this position is responsible for designing mechanical systems for projects from beginning design to completion of construction administration.

Responsible for leading the design team through the development of contract documents of significant scale and/or complexity.

Participate in new business development and marketing efforts.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES + EXPECTATIONS CULTURE Encourage positive communication among team members and across disciplines.

Create opportunities to enhance teamwork, create inclusion, and a positive work environment.

Strive to cultivate equity, respect, integrity, humor, and the celebration of talent.

CLIENT Perform business development functions, including marketing, and networking to create personal connections and involvement in professional organizations.

Participate in the process of interviewing prospective new clients to understand their needs.

Collaborate with the client in planning design, determining solutions and scope of the project to develop a mechanical system plan to meet client needs.

Construct the scope of work and determine a budget.

Manage existing client relationships and develop relationships with future clients.

PROJECT Lead the project team to create a Mechanical System design.

Oversee the production of all phases of construction documents, which include schematic documents, design documents, construction documents, bidding, and construction administration.

Conducted facility assessments, field assessments, and engineering studies, and performed commissioning work and site visits.

Create and write reports and presentations to clients.

Perform as Project Manager on mechanical-driven projects.

Lead and coordinate project efforts with other disciplines, clients, and construction partners to meet schedule milestones.

MENTORSHIP Mentor team to share experiences, knowledge, skills, and lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Prepare and review “red lined” documents for Mechanical Designer and Mechanical Engineer growth and development.

Lead, teach, and guide other project team members to assist in their growth and development.

LEADERSHIP Provide input on work priorities and project scheduling.

Conduct quality control reviews on various projects Serve as a mechanical subject matter expert to resolve project issues.

Provide input to department standards and procedures.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS A bachelor’s in mechanical engineering accredited program P.E./Professional Licensure required; State of Indiana or Kentucky preferred LEED AP and/or ASHRAE accreditation preferred.

Knowledge and experience in REVIT software, building load programs, engineering software systems, and energy modeling.

Extensive knowledge of standards and codes 10 years of professional experience Multiple systems-based experience Experience in multiple market sectors, including commercial, government, K-12 education, higher education, and healthcare.

Experience in Construction Administration Diverse knowledge of plumbing, fire systems, smoke control, HVAC, engineering controls, and sustainability .

WHAT WE OFFER We take a holistic approach to ensure the wellbeing of our team members.

TowerPinkster is proud to support its team members with a robust compensation and benefits package, which includes:

• Industry-leading compensation package, including paid overtime, performance bonuses, and profit sharing.
• National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals.
• Industry-leading compensation package, including paid overtime, performance bonuses, and profit sharing.
• A collaborative work environment along with many culture connection events.
• Flexible work hours with a Work-Life Balance program providing six additional days off per year, and a healthy Paid Time Off program.
• A comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short term and long-term disability benefits, Paid community service hours.
• Annual team training and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to reach your career goals with an award-winning Firm.
• We highly encourage licensure, certification and professional organization memberships which are Firm paid. Continued educational opportunities and tuition reimbursement program.
• Firm paid life and wellness coach for individuals and families in partnership with Ulliance.
• Culture and wellness programs include walking challenges, fitness challenges, book clubs, in-office massages, medication and more.
• Our Taking Shape Wellness program offering incentives up to $400.00 annually.
• TowerPinkster is a firm of architects, engineers, and interior designers committed to design integrity, quality, and environmental responsibility.
• Our doors opened in 1953 with just six people, and now we have more than 200 of the best employees in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky.
• At our firm, it’s our people who make us different.
• We have the freedom to explore new ideas, the tools to create innovative strategies, and the talent to inspire our clients through interactive design.
• We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that empowers each person to be their genuine self.
• We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• For more than 70 years, we have made significant contributions to our communities through our commitment to quality, sustainable, and equitable design.

Our active DEI committee is focused on driving initiatives within three areas:

• people, purpose, and process.
• Our expertise and collaborative, client-centered approach means the best ideas rise to the top.
• TowerPinkster received the 2025 National 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work for Award and the 2025 Best Firm Award from Zweig Group.
• We are proud of this achievement and are thankful for our client relationships, our generous communities, and all the employees who contribute to TowerPinkster’s exciting and creative culture!
• Our supportive work environment helps employees reach their career goals, and we have fun doing it! www.towerpinkster.com .
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Powered by JazzHR