Mechanical Principal

Mechanical Principal MEP Consulting Engineering Seattle, WA Full-Time Seattle HQ Competitive Compensation ----- Why This Role Is Worth Your Attention This is a firm that has been solving complex engineering problems since 1955 u2014 and still operates with the drive of a firm that refuses to be complacent. Headquartered in the heart of Seattle with offices across seven states and active projects on six continents, this is an organization that has built its reputation on doing the hard work others walk away from. As a Mechanical Principal, youu2019re not stepping into a seat to maintain the status quo. Youu2019re stepping in to lead a discipline, develop engineers who are hungry to grow, and drive technically excellent work across some of the most complex and meaningful project types in the Pacific Northwest and nationally. If youu2019re a senior mechanical engineer who is ready to own a practice u2014 not just support one u2014 this is the opportunity. ----- The Firm at a Glance - 60+ years of engineering excellence, 160+ employees, active projects on 6 continents - Nationally recognized for high-technology, campus-oriented, and mission-critical solutions - Fully integrated multidisciplinary practice: mechanical, electrical, telecommunications, security, energy, and commissioning - Award-winning culture recognized for leadership, communication, and people-first values - A firm that develops and promotes from within u2014 its current President/CEO has spent his entire career here ----- Project Types Youu2019ll Lead The mechanical portfolio here spans technically demanding work across multiple high-stakes sectors: - Healthcare & Clinical Facilities u2014 HVAC, plumbing, and critical environment systems for hospitals, surgical suites, and medical office buildings - Mission-Critical & High-Tech u2014 Precision cooling, redundant systems, and environmental controls for data centers and command facilities - Campus & Higher Education u2014 Central plant design, chilled water and heating water distribution, and building-level mechanical systems across large institutional campuses - Cleanrooms & Lab Environments u2014 Dedicated outside air, dehumidification, displacement ventilation, and specialty exhaust systems - Sustainable Design u2014 Geothermal systems, heat recovery, VRF, radiant heating, and energy modeling for high-performance buildings - Commercial & Civic u2014 Office towers, government facilities, and mixed-use developments with complex mechanical infrastructure ----- What Youu2019ll Own As Mechanical Principal, you carry the technical and leadership authority for the mechanical discipline. This is a role with real ownership u2014 of the work, the team, and the client relationships. - Define and uphold the technical direction and quality standard for the mechanical engineering group - Lead, mentor, and grow a team of mechanical engineers and designers at all levels - Own client relationships from first conversation through project closeout u2014 you are the trusted advisor your clients rely on - Drive business development: proposals, client pursuit strategies, interviews, and long-term relationship building - Collaborate fully across disciplines u2014 electrical, telecom, commissioning, security u2014 on integrated project delivery - Review and approve construction documents, calculations, and specifications - Represent the firm at industry events and within professional engineering organizations - Contribute to firm-wide leadership, strategic planning, and culture ----- What You Bring Required: - Bacheloru2019s degree in Mechanical Engineering - 15+ years of progressive experience in building mechanical systems design - Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) u2014 Washington state required or reciprocity eligible - Demonstrated track record leading teams and managing senior -level client relationships - Deep technical expertise across HVAC, plumbing, and building mechanical systems - Business development experience u2014 you understand how great engineering relationships translate into long-term work Preferred: - Experience in healthcare, mission-critical, laboratory, or campus environments - Familiarity with central plant design and campus-scale mechanical infrastructure - Knowledge of sustainable systems: geothermal, VRF, heat recovery, and energy modeling - LEED Accreditation or PMP Certification - Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD ----- The Culture This is a firm where people stay. Engineers attend cross-disciplinary lunch-and-learns by choice. Leadership is accessible and transparent. Tenure runs long because the work is challenging, the team is genuinely invested in each other, and the firmu2019s direction is communicated clearly and honestly. The firmu2019s guiding principle u2014 Inspiring Leadership Through Action u2014 shows up every day in how senior leaders mentor junior staff, how the team rallies around difficult projects, and how the firm handled a major operational challenge in a way that earned national recognition for its leadership and communication. If you want to work somewhere that takes culture seriously u2014 not as a marketing exercise, but as a daily practice u2014 this is it. ----- Compensation & Benefits - Competitive base salary commensurate with experience at the principal level - Performance-based bonuses - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage - 401(k) with employer match - Professional development funding u2014 licenses, certifications, memberships, and continuing education - Flexible hybrid work arrangement - Paid time off and paid holidays ----- Equal Opportunity Employer. All backgrounds encouraged to apply. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Seattle, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $150000.00 - $450000.00/yr. Profit Sharing in a 200 person firm, 401k, large bonuses, 90% of business is repeat, opportunity to lead a team and build a division. Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, weu2019ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APACu2014with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at .

Created: 2026-04-03