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The successful candidate will lead the planning and design of high-performance mechanical systems for research laboratories, life sciences and biotechnology facilities, pharmaceutical environments, cleanrooms, higher education research buildings, advanced manufacturing facilities, and other technology-driven projects.\nIn this role, you will serve as a senior technical advisor to clients and multidisciplinary project teams while helping grow WSP’s Science & Technology presence in Houston and the surrounding region. You will guide projects from early planning and concept development through design, construction administration, commissioning, and final closeout.\nBe involved in projects with our Property & Buildings Team and be part of a growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their most complex challenges.\nYour Impact\nTechnical Leadership and Project Delivery\nProvide senior-level technical leadership for the planning, design, and construction administration of mechanical systems for complex Science & Technology projects.\nLead the design of HVAC, hydronic, central utility, process exhaust, laboratory ventilation, heat recovery, temperature-control, and specialty mechanical systems.\nDevelop mechanical design strategies, basis-of-design narratives, system concepts, equipment selections, and operating sequences aligned with client requirements.\nServe as Engineer of Record, discipline lead, or senior technical reviewer on applicable projects.\nApply advanced mechanical engineering principles throughout concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and facility operation.\nLead the evaluation and selection of systems for laboratories, controlled environments, cleanrooms, pharmaceutical spaces, biotechnology facilities, and advanced manufacturing environments.\nOversee heating and cooling load calculations, ventilation analyses, equipment sizing, energy studies, system modeling, and lifecycle evaluations.\nGuide the integration of laboratory airflow, pressurization, environmental control, redundancy, resilience, and equipment heat-load requirements into mechanical designs.\nCoordinate mechanical systems with architectural, electrical, plumbing, structural, fire protection, controls, process, and specialty disciplines.\nDirect technical reviews and resolve complex design, coordination, constructability, and operational challenges.\nLead QA/QC reviews and ensure project deliverables comply with WSP standards, contractual requirements, applicable codes, and accepted engineering practices.\nPrepare and review engineering calculations, studies, reports, specifications, cost estimates, construction documents, and technical presentations.\nProject and Financial Leadership\nLead large, complex, and multidisciplinary projects while establishing clear responsibilities, schedules, milestones, and technical expectations.\nManage mechanical engineering scope, fees, schedules, staffing plans, budgets, quality, and project risk.\nMonitor project hours, expenses, progress, profitability, and deliverable status.\nIdentify scope changes, project risks, staffing challenges, and corrective actions before they affect project delivery.\nCoordinate the work of engineers, designers, BIM professionals, subconsultants, vendors, and contractors.\nSupport project managers with work planning, resource forecasting, contract administration, and change management.\nParticipate in site investigations, owner meetings, design workshops, construction observations, commissioning activities, and project closeout.\nProvide leadership during technical negotiations, constructability discussions, value analysis, and issue resolution.\nClient Leadership and Business Development\nServe as a trusted technical advisor to Science & Technology clients, architects, developers, contractors, and strategic partners.\nBuild and maintain strong client relationships while supporting long-term account growth and repeat business.\nParticipate in client meetings, project interviews, presentations, workshops, and strategic planning activities.\nSupport pursuit strategies, proposal development, technical narratives, scope definition, fee development, and contract negotiations.\nIdentify opportunities to expand services and connect clients with WSP’s broader Property & Buildings capabilities.\nDevelop relationships with key internal and external stakeholders in Houston and the broader Texas Science & Technology market.\nAssist with pipeline development and the long-term growth strategy for Science & Technology work.\nRepresent WSP through relevant professional organizations, technical forums, and industry events.\nPeople and Practice Leadership\nLead, mentor, and develop mechanical engineers, designers, and other technical professionals.\nProvide technical guidance, coaching, and career-development support to early-career and mid-level staff.\nDelegate work effectively and establish clear expectations for quality, schedule, and accountability.\nBuild collaborative, high-performing project teams across offices and disciplines.\nSupport workforce planning, workload forecasting, recruiting, onboarding, and retention efforts.\nEncourage knowledge sharing, innovation, professional licensure, and continued technical development.\nContribute to regional and national Science & Technology initiatives, technical communities, standards development, and lessons learned.\nFoster an inclusive culture centered on collaboration, accountability, safety, technical excellence, and client service.\nInnovation and Future-Ready Design\nPromote high-performance mechanical design, energy efficiency, electrification, decarbonization, heat recovery, resilience, and sustainable building strategies.\nEvaluate emerging technologies, digital design tools, controls strategies, and advanced mechanical systems.\nSupport adaptable and future-ready facilities that respond to changing research, manufacturing, and operational requirements.\nRemain current with evolving mechanical codes, laboratory standards, industry practices, and Science & Technology market trends.\nExercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct while adhering to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.\nWho You Are\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.\n10+ years of relevant post-education experience in mechanical engineering and building systems design.\n Professional Engineer (PE) license required, with the ability to obtain Texas licensure if not currently held.\nDemonstrated experience leading complex mechanical engineering projects and multidisciplinary project teams.\nSignificant experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems for laboratories, life sciences, pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing, higher education research, healthcare, or other technically complex facilities.\nAdvanced knowledge of HVAC systems, air distribution, hydronic systems, laboratory ventilation, controls, equipment selection, and mechanical system integration.\nStrong knowledge of applicable mechanical, energy, building, fire, and life-safety codes and standards.\nExperience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, quality, and technical risk.\nExperience preparing and reviewing calculations, technical reports, specifications, studies, and construction documents.\nProficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, HVAC load-calculation software, and related mechanical engineering tools.\nStrong understanding of multidisciplinary coordination and BIM-based project delivery.\nDemonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and nontechnical audiences.\nStrong client relationship, presentation, leadership, and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to work independently while providing direction and leadership to project teams.\nProven commitment to quality, workplace safety, ethical conduct, and professional responsibility.\nAbility to travel occasionally based on client and project requirements.\nPreferred Qualifications\nMaster’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.\nActive Professional Engineer license in Texas.\nExperience serving as Engineer of Record on large or complex building projects.\nEstablished relationships within Houston or the broader Texas Science & Technology market.\nPrevious experience with research laboratories, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, vivarium, cleanroom, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, or higher education research facilities.\nExperience with laboratory airflow and pressurization, process exhaust, heat recovery, central utility plants, specialty gases, or controlled-environment systems.\nFive or more years of project management or discipline leadership experience.\nExperience supporting successful pursuits, proposal development, client presentations, and business growth.\nLEED AP, WELL AP, or another relevant sustainability credential.\nExperience with sustainable design, energy modeling, decarbonization, electrification, and building-performance optimization.\nRelevant laboratory or cleanroom design certifications or professional affiliations.\nWSP Benefits: \nWSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. 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