Job Description

Mechanical Engineer V

Company Name: RTM Engineering Consultants

Location: Dallas, TX

Project Focus: Multi-Discipline MEP, Commercial, & Integrated Delivery

Work Setting: In-Office

Salary: $100,000 – $145,000 + Profit Sharing & 401(k) Match

Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Are you a seasoned mechanical expert ready to transition from production to true design leadership? The Mechanical Engineer V is a high-impact role designed for the technical visionary who thrives on complexity and mentorship. You will architect the future of mechanical systems, steering the technical direction of large-scale construction documents while serving as a senior-level bridge between client vision and engineering reality. This isn't just about managing loads and layouts; it’s about owning the lifecycle of a project and leaving a lasting mark on the Dallas built environment.

By joining our team, you are entering a culture that prioritizes the "Human Element" of engineering. We have built a legacy on integrated delivery and multidisciplinary collaboration, ensuring you aren't siloed but rather empowered to lead. With a focus on professional advancement and a robust benefits package—including Responsible Time Off and a profit-sharing program—this role offers a rare platform to build your professional legacy while enjoying the flexibility and support of a firm that invests deeply in its people.

Core Responsibilities

• Engineering Leadership: Architect and oversee the development of comprehensive mechanical construction documents, ensuring every system is optimized for performance, code compliance, and permitting.

• Design Mentorship: Serve as a high-level technical resource and mentor, elevating the skills of junior engineers and CAD designers through hands-on guidance and peer reviews.

• Full-Lifecycle Stewardship: Drive projects from initial concept through post-design activities, including site surveys and punch lists, to ensure design intent is realized in the built environment.

• Client & Project Strategy: Act as the primary technical consultant for clients, providing expert guidance on building codes, project schedules, and engineering standards.

• Quality & Standards Authority: Enforce and improve technical standards across the mechanical department, ensuring all deliverables align with the firm’s reputation for excellence.

• Operational Integration: Collaborate across internal MEP, Civil, and Structural teams to refine processes, maximize cost-effectiveness, and streamline multidisciplinary project delivery.

• Financial Stewardship: Manage project timelines, hours, and billing cycles to ensure the mechanical division operates with peak efficiency and profitability.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• Experience: Senior-level experience (typically 10+ years) in a consulting engineering environment with a focus on MEP.

• Technical Expertise: Expert-level knowledge of building codes, mechanical standards, and the construction process.

• Software Proficiency: Advanced command of AutoCAD and/or Revit.

• Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.

• Sector Mastery: Demonstrated superior expertise within a specific vertical (e.g., Healthcare, Data Centers, or High-Rise Commercial).

• Communication: Exceptional ability to translate complex technical requirements into actionable insights for clients and non-technical stakeholders.

About RTM Engineering Consultants

RTM Engineering Consultants is a premier multidisciplinary engineering organization providing world-class MEP, Civil, and Structural design services. With a history rooted in partnership and integrated delivery, RTM has built a reputation for excellence across its multi-discipline studios. The firm's culture is defined by collaboration, offering team members a sophisticated environment where professional development is backed by tangible rewards like profit sharing, flexible scheduling, and a comprehensive wellness suite.

About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of RTM Engineering Consultants. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.

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