Fox Point Recruitment LLC · 1 day ago
Department Head - Mechanical
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expFox Point Recruitment LLC is an established engineering consulting firm based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, seeking a mid-level Mechanical Engineer ready to step into a leadership role. The position involves project oversight, mentorship, and strategic input, supporting a team focused on delivering HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for commercial and institutional projects.
Human Resources
No H1B
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
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Broad knowledge of HVAC and hydronic systems, air-side systems, heat pump 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
Benefits
Bonus
Relocation: Yes, assistance provided
Company
Fox Point Recruitment LLC
Who we are: Fox Point Recruitment LLC is a Talent Acquisition Company based in the US and UK.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase