Principal/Senior Mechanical Engineer

Overview

A nationally recognized building-systems engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal/Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its Honolulu team. The firm delivers thoughtful, high-performance engineering solutions for healthcare, education, commercial, hospitality, transportation, retail, and other complex building types.

This is an opportunity for an accomplished mechanical engineer to lead challenging projects, guide technical teams, strengthen client relationships, and help shape the continued growth of a collaborative Hawaii practice. Relocation assistance may be considered for the right candidate.

Position Description

The Principal/Senior Mechanical Engineer will serve as a discipline leader across multiple projects, taking ownership of mechanical design quality, project delivery, staff development, and client service. The successful candidate will combine deep HVAC and building-systems expertise with sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical design projects for healthcare, education, commercial, hospitality, transportation, retail, and other building sectors.

• Serve as Engineer of Record and oversee the preparation of mechanical drawings, specifications, calculations, analyses, and technical documentation.

• Direct, mentor, and develop mechanical design staff while fostering accountability, collaboration, and technical excellence.

• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, staffing, coordination, and quality-control activities.

• Provide construction administration, respond to field conditions, review submittals, and perform site observations.

• Coordinate effectively with clients, architects, contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Deliver responsive, solutions-focused service and build trusted, long-term client relationships.

• Support business development by strengthening existing relationships, identifying new opportunities, and contributing to proposals and interviews.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in MEP consulting and building-systems design.

• Demonstrated team leadership, staff management, and project-management experience within the MEP industry.

• Healthcare building-design experience, including familiarity with HCAI requirements and compliance processes.

• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, applicable building codes, engineering standards, and construction practices.

• Excellent client-service, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Desired Experience & Skills:

• 10–15 years of experience in positions of increasing technical and leadership responsibility within a commercial A/E engineering environment.

• Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems for healthcare, educational, commercial, and other complex facilities.

• Professional Engineer licensure is strongly preferred.

• Experience cultivating client relationships and contributing to business development.

• A collaborative leadership style and genuine interest in mentoring the next generation of engineers.

Benefits:

Salary Range: $160,000–$200,000 annually, plus eligibility for a performance-based bonus.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage, and transportation benefits.

• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.

• Professional development, mentorship, and clear opportunities for continued leadership growth.

• Paid volunteer time and opportunities to contribute to the local community.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are looking for a senior leadership opportunity where your technical expertise, ideas, and mentorship will be valued, we would welcome the chance to connect. Join a respected team delivering meaningful, high-performance projects throughout Hawaii and beyond—apply today.

This position offers a flexible hybrid schedule with regular in-person collaboration in the Honolulu office.

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.