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Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Tampa, FL

Reporting To: David Rickey

Join Our Growing Team Powering a Sustainable, Well, and Resilient Future. Does this describe you?

• Do you like to be a leader in technical design?
• Do you like to drive innovation?
• Do you like to collaborate with colleagues to solve problems and drive success?
• Do you like to continuously learn?
• Do you like to build strong client relationships?
• Do you enjoy an environment where you are trusted to manage your projects and work?

If so, now is the perfect time to join HEAPY — a growing firm driven by innovation, purpose, and people. We’re expanding to meet the needs of our clients and communities, creating exciting new roles and growth opportunities along the way.

At HEAPY, our Colleague First approach means we invest in your career, well-being, and success. We’re committed to building a more sustainable world through thoughtful design and collaborative partnerships, and we’re looking for team members who want to grow with us while making an impact.

HEAPY is seeking a Senior Level Mechanical Engineer to join our Colleague First culture in Tampa for our Healthcare Team. You’ll be empowered to do meaningful work, develop lasting relationships, and be part of a team where your ideas, growth, and authentic self are truly valued.

The Senior Level Mechanical Engineer performs a variety of assignments involving the application of standard mechanical design engineering techniques for HEAPY projects. This colleague accomplishes specific objectives that involve different variables related to mechanical engineering systems in the Built Environment.

This role offers the opportunity to grow your mechanical engineering career while contributing to meaningful projects in a trusted, long-standing HEAPY market.

• Possession of a 4-year engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent working knowledge/experience in a built environment with an advanced degree in engineering.
• Typically 6 - 9 years of related experience (or equivalent working knowledge/experience/advanced degree in engineering) related to mechanical engineering systems in the Built Environment.
• Capability of exercising judgment in evaluating, selecting, and applying standard design engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to make design adaptations and modifications.
• Considerable experience using various computer software packages and automated mechanical engineering and design equipment.
• Possession of a Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certification and be working toward Professional Engineering (PE) Registration. PE registration would be attained within the first 2 years of attaining this position level.
• For higher level achievement, other relevant engineering education and credentials are typically desired, such as but not limited to: USGBC LEED GA, IESNA, ASPE, ASHRAE HFDP, or HBDP

• Ensures accurate input into the model or design tool and focuses on understanding the underlying reasons (i.e., ask questions).
• Develops full plan designs, details, and outlines, identifies materials, cost estimates, and performs calculations for a detailed segment of a project.
• Gathers and records information for the preparation of design specifications. Reviews/evaluates vendor (and at higher levels, approves) shop drawings, bids, and submittals to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Reviews and approves mechanical design drawings for assigned segments of projects.
• If PE has been obtained, serves as the engineer of record as applicable.
• Assists with the development of design guides, guide specifications, and design control procedures when directed by a technical leader/design manager.
• Prepares technical reports such as life cycle cost analysis, facility conditions assessments, and other engineering guidance for clients.
• Leverages AI and automation in design and project responsibilities as appropriate.
• Meets project deadlines with punctuality, monitoring progress, and ensuring deliverables meet requirements.
• Ensures project deliverables adhere to client project requirements, meet required standards and implements corrective action as needed.
• Delivers exceptional quality assurance to build trust, increase brand loyalty, and drive success and innovation.
• Builds strong customer relationships by delivering exceptional service that exceeds expectations.
• Aids and supports proposal teams or proposal managers as requested.
• May collaborate with operations and practice leadership on project staffing requirements and resource allocation.
• Collaborates with and supports/leads design engineers/designer I & II colleagues on their technical development and professional growth.
• Collaborates with additional partners, such as BIM technicians and third-party partners, on the successful and timely completion of project tasks and deliverables.
• Interacts and coordinates with clients/owners to develop Owner Project Requirements.
• Additional responsibilities as requested/needed.

• Ability to remain sedentary at a workstation for long periods of time while operating a keyboard and using a computer screen.
• Ability to operate a mouse, stylus, or similar tool to make adjustments on electronic visuals.
• Ability to see details of objects on a screen, including differences in colors, shades, and brightness.
• Ability to communicate in person, electronically, and via phone with other individuals.
• Possession of reliable transportation to and from project sites.
• Ability to work in all elements of indoor and outdoor environments, which include the heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, etc.
• Ability to access all areas of the jobsite with activities that include ascending and descending stairs, scaffolding, ladders, navigating elevation changes, etc.
• Capable of working in physical positions that may include maneuvering oneself into different positions traditionally achieved by kneeling, sitting, standing, squatting, bending over, etc.
• Ability to move, transport, or position items weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to apply established protocols and practices in a timely manner and follow safety guidelines for both the company and clients.
• Ability to gather, organize, and evaluate information related to projects and calculations (such as cost analysis, facility assessments, design calculations, etc.).

This job description is not designed to state or imply that the listed responsibilities are the only duties to be performed by the colleague in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. All responsibilities and requirements listed are considered essential and may be modified to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals who request such modification due to disabilities. This document does not create an employee contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

• Built for People, Not Just Projects – a collaborative, colleague-first culture where you can do your best work
• Thrive with HEAPY Benefits – premium medical, dental & vision coverage designed with you in mind
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with competitive contributions to help you plan ahead
• Be Rewarded for Your Impact – 10–15% annual bonus potential tied to company performance and your contributions
• Own Your Time – open PTO and paid sick time that gives you the flexibility to recharge when you need it
• Wellness Week – we hit pause the final week of the year so you can rest, reset, and reflect
• Feel Your Best – annual wellness benefit bonus focused on your overall well-being
• Grow with Purpose – annual professional development stipend to support your career goals