RDH Building Science · 3 months ago
Senior Specialist, Mechanical Engineering
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $195K/yr
15+ years expRDH Building Science is an employee-owned consulting firm focused on optimizing building performance. The Senior Specialist, Mechanical will lead the mechanical engineering practice in Seattle, overseeing technical work and fostering a collaborative team culture while driving business development and strategic contributions.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsulting
Responsibilities
Establish and grow RDH’s mechanical engineering capabilities in the Seattle office, supported by regional and national colleagues
Serve as Project Principal, overseeing the delivery of technical work in alignment with RDH’s standards and client expectations
Lead the recruitment, development, and mentorship of a mechanical engineering team
Foster a collaborative, innovative, and high-performance team culture consistent with RDH’s values
Provide expert guidance in the design, assessment, and rehabilitation of HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and ventilation systems
Lead mechanical system assessments, forensic investigations, warranty reviews, and energy/carbon reduction studies
Oversee the design and implementation of retrofit and new construction solutions, ensuring integration with enclosure and building performance goals
Maintain and contribute to RDH’s technical standards, quality policies, and thought leadership in the mechanical field
Manage scope, budget, schedule, and quality across a diverse portfolio of mechanical projects
Interface with clients including architects, developers, owners, contractors, and institutions
Review and approve design drawings, specifications, reports, and submittals; evaluate contractor performance
Ensure effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary RDH teams and external partners
Secure strategic, high-value projects in mechanical design, retrofit, and performance consulting
Build and maintain lasting client relationships with architects, developers, institutions, and public agencies
Represent RDH at technical and industry events; contribute to publications and thought leadership
Support marketing initiatives and proposal preparation to grow RDH’s mechanical offerings
Collaborate with leadership to shape RDH’s strategic direction for mechanical engineering
Leverage flexible operational approaches in the start-up phase, evolving to a fully established practice
Contribute to internal training, mentorship, and cross-disciplinary collaboration
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Applied Science (required)
Minimum 15–20 years of experience in mechanical system design, retrofit, and consulting, with significant experience in both new construction and existing building rehabilitation
Proven leadership in building and managing high-performing technical teams
Strong track record of business development and client engagement
Experience collaborating with design-focused architects and multidisciplinary engineering teams
Registered Professional Engineer (P.E. or P.Eng.) required
Superior technical knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, drainage, and mechanical system integration with building enclosures
Strong investigative and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose performance issues and develop innovative solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to present technical information to a range of audiences
Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead multidisciplinary teams
High degree of initiative, organization, and entrepreneurial spirit
Preferred
Master's degree in Building Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline (preferred)
Benefits
GRSP/401K contributions
Health and Dental coverage
Primary Caregiver benefits
Vacation and Sick Time
Statutory Holiday substitutions
A learning fund of $1,000 per year for education or career goals
Company
RDH Building Science
RDH Building Science provides building science, engineering, construction management, architecture and consulting services.
201-500 employees
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