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Vice President, Mechanical Engineering

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$173K - $223K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an Vice President, Mechanical Engineering for our Atlanta, GA office location to help us start our Healthcare Design Practice in Atlanta.

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Vice President, Mechanical Engineering for our Tampa, FL office location to help us expand our Healthcare Design Practice in the greater ...

Vice President Mechanical Engineering

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$172K - $221K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an Vice President, Mechanical Engineering for our Philadelphia, PA office location. The ideal candidate will have both technical leadership ...

Vice President, Mechanical Engineering

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$173K - $223K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an Vice President, Mechanical Engineering for our Atlanta, GA office location to help us start our Healthcare Design Practice in Atlanta.

Vice President Mechanical Engineering

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$172K - $221K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for an Vice President, Mechanical Engineering for our Philadelphia, PA office location. The ideal candidate will have both technical leadership ...

Vice President, Mechanical Engineering

Tampa, FL · On-site

$170K - $219K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Vice President, Mechanical Engineering for our Tampa, FL office location to help us expand our Healthcare Design Practice in the greater ...

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How much do vp mechanical engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for vp mechanical engineering in the United States is $215,595.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $180,000.00 and $232,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Vp Mechanical Engineering position, and why are they important?

To excel as a VP Mechanical Engineering, you need extensive experience in mechanical design, product development, project management, and a degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline, often supplemented by leadership experience. Familiarity with CAD software, PLM systems, and industry standards or certifications such as PE licensure is highly valued. Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills are essential for driving team performance and aligning engineering efforts with business goals. These competencies enable the VP to oversee complex engineering operations, foster innovation, and deliver results in line with organizational objectives.

What does a VP of Mechanical Engineering do?

A VP of Mechanical Engineering leads the mechanical engineering team, overseeing the design, development, and optimization of mechanical systems and products. They collaborate with executives to align engineering strategies with business goals and ensure compliance with industry standards. Their responsibilities include managing budgets, mentoring engineers, driving innovation, and improving manufacturing processes.

What are the typical responsibilities of a VP Mechanical Engineering on a day-to-day basis?

A VP Mechanical Engineering typically leads the mechanical engineering team, oversees the design and development of products, and ensures that engineering processes meet quality and compliance standards. They coordinate with cross-functional teams, such as manufacturing, quality assurance, and product management, to align engineering projects with business objectives and timelines. Regular responsibilities also include mentoring senior engineers, managing budgets and resources, and presenting project updates to executive leadership. The role requires balancing high-level strategic planning with hands-on oversight to ensure successful project execution and continuous process improvement.

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Assistant Vice President, Mechanical Engineering

Assistant Vice President, Mechanical Engineering

WSP

Fort Lauderdale, FL • On-site

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Job description

Assistant Vice President, Mechanical Engineer

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Assistant Vice President, Mechanical Engineer for our Sunrise office location to help us grow our Commercial Practice in our Property & Buildings office. This is an exciting opportunity for a licensed Mechanical Engineer who has extensive commercial design experience. The ideal candidate will have both technical leadership and business development experience to help grow our Property and Buildings business in South Florida.

This role will actively participate in the full project cycle with a focus on high end commercial work from the design phase through the final construction close-out. Our engineers work on high quality, high-profile, national and international projects with our practice providing design services for over 30 million square feet of commercial facilities.

Your Impact
  • Coordinate, review and approve mechanical design plans, ensuring data integrity and work is compliant with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations.
  • Apply high-level mechanical engineering techniques and processes to identify improvements for various project phases including concept development, preliminary design, final design, procurement, construction, and operation.
  • Plan and incorporate future-ready techniques, concept development, operating strategies, and various design requirements that account for the safety and functionality of end-users, systems, and infrastructure.
  • Involved from project inception to completion in the management of design and construction of mechanical systems.
  • Oversee and monitor cross-functional teams of engineers to execute project work on mid-level and/or multiple concurrent projects, including budgets, tracking hours and expenses, task completion, technical calculations, construction, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos.
  • Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, reports, sketches, calculations, cross-sections, and other illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of more complex data, findings, or analyses.
  • Prepare comprehensive technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, concepts, and recommendations to address design, and/or construction issues or opportunities.
  • Manage client relationship and provide key technical input on pursuit efforts.
  • Develops relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Who You Are

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering or related degree.
  • 10+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior mechanical design experience.
  • Professional Engineering license required.
  • Extensive knowledge of mechanical design, particularly in the commercial industry.
  • Known in the local community with an extensive network.
  • Proficient with mechanical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
  • Experience with mechanical planning, design, and construction management; including active involvement in a variety of renovation, new design, and construction projects.
  • Well-defined specific knowledge of relevant engineering and mechanical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
  • Well-developed ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of mechanical engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness at coordinating and assertively directing others to consistently complete tasks safely and efficiently.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Engineering.
  • LEED AP Certification
  • At least 5+ years minimum of Project Management experience.
  • 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
  • Basic First Aid and Adult CPR training desired.

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