CAD Manager / Mechanical Design Manager

Mechanical Design Manager - Construction

Location: Pittsburgh, PA

About US: Highland Consulting Group is an executive search firm specializing in recruiting top talent within the construction industry.

Role Summary: Lead the Mechanical Design team and drive safe, code-compliant engineering execution for heavy industrial design-build projects.
General Purpose

The Mechanical Design Manager leads mechanical and process engineering teams within a large mechanical contractor. This role provides technical and people leadership and oversees engineering execution for heavy industrial projects across the power, chemical, metals, and oil & gas markets. The Department Manager ensures deliverables meet applicable codes and standards and align with project scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Execution & Quality

• Direct the planning, creation, review, and approval of engineering deliverables.
• Lead the application of mechanical and process design principles, codes, and standards.
• Develop, maintain, and improve engineering procedures, design guides, and technical specifications.
• Lead project kickoffs, design reviews/gate checks, deliverable milestones, and closeout activities.

• Provide technical oversight, mentorship, and peer review to engineering staff; ensure consistent quality across the team.
• Plan and coordinate department workload by allocating resources, prioritizing assignments, and reviewing work of direct reports.
• Strengthen department capability through training plans, knowledge sharing, and professional development.
• Lead recruiting, selection, and onboarding for department personnel.
• Communicate and reinforce the principles of the Talent Advantaged Roadmap.

• Track and report project scope, schedule, budget, and technical risks; drive timely issue resolution.
• Support proposals with schedule development, staffing plans, and cost/effort estimating.
• Provide technical support to construction and operating sites, as needed.
• Demonstrate a collaborative mindset aligned with MTS's design-build business model.
• Identify and advance opportunities for innovation, standardization, and capability growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of heavy industrial engineering/design experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

• Working knowledge of industry-standard design practices, phased engineering delivery, and engineering management.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards (ASME, ASTM, API, ASHRAE, etc.) and heavy-industry best practices.
• Experience developing and maintaining engineering procedures, specifications, and design standards.
• Proficiency with common analysis tools (e.g., CAESAR II, PV Elite, AFT Arrow or similar) and familiarity with 3D modeling tools (e.g., Plant 3D, Inventor or similar).

• Proven ability to organize, prioritize, review, instruct, and develop direct reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships, both internal and external.
• Effective technical communicator (written and verbal).
• Ability to solve practical problems and make sound decisions in situations with limited standardization.

• Proficient with Microsoft Word; intermediate skills in Excel and Outlook.

• Competitive salary and generous bonuses
• 401(k) contributions
• Comprehensive family healthcare
• Paid Time Off