Job Description

Job description:
Stantec's Buildings team is on a mission to become the world's leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.
Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.
Join us and design your place with Stantec.
Your Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to help leading exciting and complex projects to join our DC office.
Your Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and prepare schematic design, design development, and construction documents
Design mechanical systems including heating, cooling, heat rejection, air distribution, ventilation, air conditioning, building automation and controls
Incorporate sustainable design methods in buildings and prepare green rating system documentation
Assist in spatial coordination with architecture and other engineering systems
Deliver projects across multiple delivery models, including design/bid/build, design assist, design build
Process contractor submittals, RFIs
Perform on site condition surveys
Produce quality work
Provide mentoring and direction to junior members of the project team or engineering discipline
Use technology and methodologies to create innovative approaches to building design
Consistently strive to improve technical quality of work product by keeping abreast of new technologies, changes in building codes, and advances in the industry
Work collaboratively in a cross-discipline environment to produce integrated project documents, and insure integrated design approaches & solutions
Assist in the procurement of high-quality work; including marketing / proposal efforts and project interviews
Manage multi-disciplinary teams on projects related to Government, Healthcare, Higher Education and Science & Technology
Maintain strong client relations as it pertains to project delivery and repeat business
Perform and maintain thorough QA/QC on all phases of projects
Participates in recruiting efforts across the firm
Your Capabilities and Credentials
LEED AP BD+C preferred
Evidence of public recognition of expertise preferred (e.g. articles, conference papers, ASHRAE committee membership, or speaking engagements)
Familiarity with BIM
Maintain technical competence by staying current on appropriate codes and technologies
Proficient in the use of state-of-the-art tools for engineering design and documentation, including Revit
Thorough understanding of the engineering systems within a specific discipline
Thorough understanding of advanced engineering principles and calculations
General understanding of engineering principles and systems within other disciplines
Monitors & manages project budgets to ensure cost effective delivery
Expertise in area of concentration
Effective communication skills (written and oral).
Demonstrated thoroughness in design coordination and contract document development in area of concentration
Demonstrated record of consistent quality work
Able to work with little or no supervision
Ability to lead others and foster teamwork
Business development capabilities, commercial/financial awareness
Project management and supervisor experience preferred
Demonstrated knowledge in sustainable building design
Education and Experience
Professional Degree in Engineering required from an accredited four-year university
P.E. License required
15+ years of experience
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
About Stantec
Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what's previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what's possible.
Pay Range:

• Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas-$126,400.00 - $189,600.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
Primary Location: United States | DC | Washington
Organization: 4016 Buildings-US ACQ PSP Northeast BE-Washington DC
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 17/11/2025 03:11:05
Req ID: 1003061
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.

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