Department Head Mechanical
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Job Location:
Cedar Rapids, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Title: Department Head - Mechanical
Status: Full-Time
Location: Cedar Rapids Iowa
Relocation: Yes assistance provided
Salary: Salary to be discussed with a Bryant Staffing Solutions Recruiter
Bonus: Yes
Visa Support: Not available
Department Head - Mechanical Engineering (Consulting)
Are you a mechanically inclined design expert with a solid foundation in HVAC and plumbing systems and ready to step into a leadership role We are seeking a mid-level Mechanical Engineer with strong technical design skills and a desire to grow into departmental leadership. This full-time opportunity is with an established engineering consulting firm based in Cedar Rapids Iowa.
This position combines project oversight mentorship and strategic input supporting a team focused on delivering HVAC plumbing and fire protection systems for commercial and institutional projects. If youre looking for a career move that blends leadership growth and technical challenge this could be your next step.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers and designers.
- Oversee mechanical design efforts including HVAC plumbing and fire protection systems across all project phases.
- Act as the main mechanical point of contact across multiple concurrent projects.
- Ensure high-quality code-compliant deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
- Participate in project meetings with clients and internal teams.
- Support business development and contribute to proposal writing.
- Review design documents coordinate schedules and guide team performance evaluations.
- Conduct construction administration tasks including shop drawing reviews and site visits.
- Prepare energy models system evaluations and technical specifications.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university (required).
- Professional Engineering (PE) license required. Licensure in another state is acceptable; however the candidate must obtain Iowa PE licensure upon hire.
- 7-15 years of hands-on experience in mechanical systems design and consulting.
- Strong background in HVAC system load calculations layout and equipment selection.
- Experience mentoring junior team members and managing engineering workflows.
- Familiarity with mechanical codes building standards and permitting.
- Proficiency with Trane Trace 700 Microsoft Office and technical spec software.
- Working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD preferred.
Desired Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Broad knowledge of HVAC and hydronic systems air-side systems heat pumps and geothermal systems.
- Experience in cost estimating and technical report writing.
- Interest in staying current with evolving mechanical system technologies and codes.
- Leadership potential with a collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
Professional Development
The firm offers continuous learning opportunities through in-house technical training ASHRAE certification prep LEED accreditation support vendor training and leadership development programs.
Key Skills
- Succession Planning
- Customer Service
- GM Vehicles
- Management Experience
- Retail Sales
- Performance Management
- Teaching
- Administrative Experience
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
- Research Laboratory Experience
