Mechanical Engineering Manager jobs in Des Plaines, IL

Globetrotters is a full-service professional organization based in Chicago that has served the public and private sectors since 1974 in the areas of design, management, and consulting. We providesarchitecture, engineering, construction management, permit plan reviews, facility and property management, consulting, and IT services. We are committed to planning, designing, constructing, and managing quality and sustainable infrastructure projects that play an integral role in the development and success of the communities we serve.

We are seeking a Manager of Mechanical Design to help provide technical and project leadership to our Mechanical group.

In this role you will:

• Guide, mentor and provide technical leadership to the team.
• Manage projects from inception to completion
• Establish scope, work plan and work schedule and ensure this is communicated to the project staff and other department managers.
• Manage staff utilization to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget
• Provide QA/QC review for design calculations and drawings
• Serve as technical advisor for staff
• Develop and mentor junior staff
• Cultivate client relationships
• Help with proposal development
• Other duties, as assigned

We are looking for someone who has:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• Illinois P.E. License
• 15 plus years of related technical experience
• 5 plus years as a people manager
• Relationship building skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong mechanical code knowledge including ASHRAE standards
• AutoCAD, Revit, CostWorks, and other related software knowledge

At Globetrotters, you are offered the diverse opportunities that are found at a larger firm, but are within the more collaborative and close-knit environment of a mid-size firm. Your perspective and exceptional skills will be valued here.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 11 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to work in the office five days a week.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Professional Engineer (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60606: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person