Department Head - Mechanical Engineer
Engineering Group
posted on Jul 8
Who We Are: C1S Group is a design and construction firm based in Dallas, Texas, with projects across the US. Since 2001, we've been designing and building around unknowns to improve the built environment. We are a family of engineers and construction professionals that provide design, consulting, sustainability, and construction management services to manufacturing companies with big design challenges. We are proud to have installed projects for Fortune 500 manufacturers in the food & beverage, aerospace & defense, life sciences, and technology industries. We are experts in our space, and our clients choose us because we deliver value at every step of the way. This value-driven relationship is what we're all about.
C1S has been ranked in Outside Magazine's List of the 50 Best Places to Work in America for 11 years because we put our people first. If we take care of our folks and make sure they’re doing what they love, they’ll take great care of our clients. This strategy has delivered exceptional results for 24 years. If this sounds good to you, come join us. You can also check out our website to learn more about what makes us different from other design firms: www.c1sinc.com
Lead the Future of Mechanical Design: We’re on the hunt for a Mechanical Department Head to lead our mechanical engineering team with vision, technical excellence, and a sharp eye for innovation. As Mechanical Department Head, you’ll be the go-to expert for all things mechanical—HVAC, plumbing, and process systems. You'll lead a team of talented designers, drive technical standards, and serve as both a mentor and subject matter expert. This is a pivotal role that blends hands-on engineering with strategic leadership. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for precision, leadership, and building high-performing teams and dream in ductwork and piping schematics, we’d like to meet you.
A Typical Day/Job Responsibilities:
Serve as the firm's Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Mechanical and Plumbing systems.
Establish, implement, and maintain administrative policies, procedures, and standards.
Maintain knowledge of new trends, developments, technologies, materials, and best practices.
Oversee the development and enforcement of design standards, including REVIT modeling protocols, families, and master template development.
Monitor industry best practices, codes, and trends to ensure technical competitiveness and regulatory compliance.
In partnership with Engineering leadership, oversee the recruiting, interviewing, career development, and assessment of the mechanical and plumbing staff
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Coordinate with other department heads and project leadership to allocate resources effectively and meet project timelines.
Develop and deliver technical training programs to enhance staff proficiency in mechanical and plumbing systems.
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, supporting professional growth and licensure goals.
Champion knowledge-sharing and support the development of best practices.
Responsible for continuous improvement of the QA/QC review process for mechanical design deliverables to ensure technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable codes.
Establish and maintain consistent review procedures and checklists across all project phases.
Maintain procedures to ensure all designs comply with national, state, and local building codes, energy codes, and relevant industry standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, etc.).
Stay informed of regulatory changes and communicate impacts to the team and leadership.
Other duties as assigned.
About You: (Your Expertise):
Bachelor’s degree in engineering required. Master’s degree preferred.
PE License required.
15+ years of mechanical design experience with MEP consulting or design-build firms.
5+ years in team leadership or department management role.
Proficient in REVIT, AutoCAD, and mechanical load calculation software.
Strong understanding of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
Strong interpersonal and people skills. Ability to motivate and influence others.
Excellent time management and communication skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Will require some travel, up to 25%