Southland Industries · 1 month ago
Associate Principal Engineer- Mechanical
Southland Industries is one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, focusing on providing design and engineering guidance. The Associate Principal Engineer - Mechanical role involves managing conceptual designs, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and overseeing a smaller group of engineers to achieve project goals.
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Responsibilities
Provides design and engineering support to other departments as needed. Partners with team to ensure engineering standards are maintained and followed. Stays current on industry trends and issues
Manages conceptual design for specific projects. Prepares complex preliminary redline design layouts for estimating. Performs complex calculations for projects, such as heating/cooling loads, equipment selection and sizing, etc., depending on discipline—HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, fire protection, etc
Performs site inspections to determine compliance with construction documents and resolves design issues during construction phase
Attends project team meetings as design expert
Responsible for successful achievement of project goals and objectives
Manages a smaller group of engineers, including staffing, training, coaching and performance management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
PE license required
Minimum 12 years' relevant experience, including 5 years' people management
Expert 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
Proven ability to lead an engineering group
Strong public speaking ability
Strong computer skills, including CADD and Microsoft Office Products, such as Excel
Benefits
401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
Disability income protection insurance
Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
Wellness benefits
Company
Southland Industries
Nation leading MEP building systems experts providing innovative, practical results for your engineering, construction, and energy needs.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2026-01-06
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