CD Companies · 1 week ago
Assistant Director of Mechanical Engineering
St. Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
8+ years expCD Companies is seeking an Assistant Director to support the leadership and day-to-day operations of its Mechanical Engineering Department. This role assists in overseeing project execution, staff development, and coordination of mechanical systems design for buildings across multiple sectors including Early Education, Retail, Industrial, and Healthcare.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringConstructionProject Management
Responsibilities
Support the Department Director in leading and coordinating mechanical engineering projects and teams
Assist with planning, assigning, and monitoring project workloads and schedules to meet deliverable requirements
Provide technical oversight and guidance to Mechanical and Plumbing Engineers and Designers
Collaborate with architects, other engineers, and clients as part of an integrated design process
Review and coordinate mechanical drawings and documents prepared using AutoCAD and Revit
Assist with mechanical/HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection calculations and related code research
Serve as Professional of Record for Mechanical and Plumbing work in multiple states
Support the preparation, review, and coordination of specifications
Review shop drawings, RFIs, and submittals for quality and compliance
Participate in site visits as needed to support construction administration
Mentor staff and contribute to performance feedback, training, and professional development
Help implement department standards, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license with the ability to be licensed in multiple states
8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering design, including HVAC systems, plumbing, and fire suppression systems
Demonstrated experience supporting or leading project teams
Working knowledge of the design and construction process and interdisciplinary coordination
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Interest in leadership, mentoring, and professional growth
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k)
Education Assistance
Holiday Leave
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
Long-Term Disability
Short-Term Disability
Professional Development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Company
CD Companies
CD Companies is a design, architecture, and engineering firm that provides project management and a comprehensive support package.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase