JOB - Senior Mechanical Engineer
LOCATION - Madison, WI
TERM - Direct Hire
SALARY - $95,000 - $130,000 per annum
INDUSTRY - Process Engineering
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and execution of industrial HVAC and mechanical systems across a range of laboratory, process, and production facility projects. This is a high-impact, client-facing role ideal for someone with a deep understanding of complex mechanical infrastructure, from initial concept through commissioning.
The Senior Mechanical Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:
- Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Multiple years of experience in industrial HVAC and mechanical systems design within a consulting engineering firm or mechanical contractor environment.
- Proven expertise with chilled water, hot water, tower, steam, gas, compressed air, refrigeration, and fuel systems.
- Understanding of both comfort and process air-side system design.
- Strong project coordination, client service, and communication skills.
- Ability to balance competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to project scope changes.
- Willingness and ability to travel to client facilities for design meetings, system installations, and commissioning activities.
- Familiarity with fire suppression, plumbing, or PLC-based control systems is a plus.
The Senior Mechanical Engineer duties will involve:
- Leading HVAC and mechanical design for high-performance laboratories and process facilities.
- Creating detailed mechanical layouts, equipment specifications, and system schematics.
- Supporting procurement, contractor coordination, and construction oversight.
- Participating in system commissioning and troubleshooting to ensure performance targets are met.
- Collaborating with electrical, controls, and process engineers on integrated facility design.
- Interfacing directly with clients to ensure technical and operational requirements are satisfied.
- Driving continuous improvement in system reliability, efficiency, and sustainability.
For more information about this Senior Mechanical Engineering position, please apply or contact Jack Smillie at (see below), who will be happy to provide further details on this opportunity.
Many thanks,
Premier Group