Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mechanical Project Manager

Shape the Future with DLZ!

At DLZ Corporation, we don’t just design infrastructure—we create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest.

Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact.

DLZ currently has a rewarding Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mechanical Project Manager - HVAC and Plumbing opportunity in Jacksonville, Florida or Columbus, Ohio. 

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Design heating-ventilation-cooling systems and plumbing systems.
• Load calculations, life cycle costing and energy modeling.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and work in a team environment.
• Review installation of designed equipment/systems for compliance with construction documents.
• Perform duties with multiple projects within the established schedules.
• Work on a wide variety of project types, scales and complexity.
• Work on concurrent projects.
• Prepare construction cost estimates, both in a broad and detailed scope
• Assist in the development of contract specifications and research the application of new procedures and/or products.
• Perform all work in a safe and responsible manner, in accordance with the Health and Safety Plan.
• Possess aptitude to act as a positive representative of the company and its core values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: 

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering Degree
• 10 or more years’ experience in design, layout, and analysis for HVAC and plumbing systems
• Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
• Strong Revit skills required
• LEED AP and/or Commissioning credentials is a plus.
• Project Management experience is preferred. Program Management experience is a plus.
• Experience with team leadership and financial management is a plus.
• Knowledge of Mechanical and Plumbing Codes.
• Experience working on publicly funded and municipal projects is strongly preferred.
• Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites and complying with all applicable safety codes and requirements.

Investing in Your Future: 

Our benefits support your well-being and career growth:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus FSA and HSA options
• Paid time off, paid holidays (including your birthday), and paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company match (Traditional and Roth)
• Life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness program with gym and fitness reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and professional development

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At DLZ, every individual is respected, valued, and empowered to contribute. DLZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment decisions are based on merit and qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.