Senior Level Mechanical Designer Jobs
Senior level mechanical designer jobs place experienced professionals in charge of complex system design, technical standards, and the cross-functional teams and projects that bring those systems to production. Openings concentrate across Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote roles available, and employers like Affiliated Engineers, WSP, and NVIDIA hiring at this level now.
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This Opportunity
Join our Industrial Center of Excellence at WSP and contribute to designing innovative plumbing systems for complex building projects. We are seeking a Mechanical Designer who is passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions that meet client objectives and industry standards.
We are flexible on location—this role can be based in Boise, ID; Overland Park, KS; Madison, WI; Austin, TX; or Houston, TX.
Your Impact
- Assist in the design and layout of plumbing systems for facilities projects, including potable water, sanitary, storm, and specialty systems.
- Prepare detailed drawings and cost estimates using AutoCAD and Revit.
- Regularly review and apply client-specific and internal drafting standards to ensure full compliance and consistently high-quality deliverables.
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, and other disciplines to ensure coordinated and efficient designs.
- Understand and strictly follow established quality control protocols—ensuring all drafting work complies with documented QA/QC procedures, verification steps, and corrective-action requirements.
- Support project development from concept through construction, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.
- Incorporate future-ready solutions and sustainable practices into plumbing designs.
- Participate in site surveys and inspections to verify existing conditions and support design accuracy.
- Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and best practices in plumbing design.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field.
- 9+ years of experience in plumbing design for building systems.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit; familiarity with plumbing codes and standards.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with industrial, pharma, tech, or large-scale commercial facilities.
- Knowledge of sustainable design practices and LEED certification requirements.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Hourly (all locations): $35.15 - $51.25
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
This Opportunity
Join our Industrial Center of Excellence at WSP and contribute to designing innovative plumbing systems for complex building projects. We are seeking a Mechanical Designer who is passionate about delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions that meet client objectives and industry standards.
We are flexible on location—this role can be based in Boise, ID; Overland Park, KS; Madison, WI; Austin, TX; or Houston, TX.
Your Impact
- Assist in the design and layout of plumbing systems for facilities projects, including potable water, sanitary, storm, and specialty systems.
- Prepare detailed drawings and cost estimates using AutoCAD and Revit.
- Regularly review and apply client-specific and internal drafting standards to ensure full compliance and consistently high-quality deliverables.
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, and other disciplines to ensure coordinated and efficient designs.
- Understand and strictly follow established quality control protocols—ensuring all drafting work complies with documented QA/QC procedures, verification steps, and corrective-action requirements.
- Support project development from concept through construction, ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.
- Incorporate future-ready solutions and sustainable practices into plumbing designs.
- Participate in site surveys and inspections to verify existing conditions and support design accuracy.
- Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and best practices in plumbing design.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field.
- 9+ years of experience in plumbing design for building systems.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit; familiarity with plumbing codes and standards.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with industrial, pharma, tech, or large-scale commercial facilities.
- Knowledge of sustainable design practices and LEED certification requirements.
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Hourly (all locations): $35.15 - $51.25
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Senior Level Mechanical Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level mechanical designer job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who can own the full design lifecycle, from concept through release, without close supervision. A strong portfolio showing complex assemblies, GD&T application, and cross-disciplinary collaboration carries significant weight. Experience leading design reviews, mentoring junior designers, and driving tolerance or manufacturability decisions signals readiness for a senior role more than tenure alone.
Which companies hire senior level mechanical designers?
Companies hiring senior level mechanical designers right now include Affiliated Engineers, WSP, and NVIDIA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from manufacturers, defense contractors, aerospace firms, and industrial equipment companies that need experienced designers to lead product development programs and own technical outcomes.
Are there remote senior level mechanical designer jobs?
Yes, though remote availability varies by employer and project type. About 33% of senior level mechanical designer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hardware-heavy roles more likely to require on-site presence for prototyping, lab work, or manufacturing collaboration. Hybrid arrangements are common at larger companies where design and production teams are split across locations.
What makes a mechanical designer role senior level?
Senior level mechanical designer roles are defined by ownership and scope. You are expected to lead the design of complex assemblies or systems, make independent technical decisions, and take accountability for outcomes across the full development cycle. Mentoring junior or mid-level designers, representing the team in cross-functional reviews, and setting or enforcing design standards are hallmarks of the senior level that distinguish it from individual contributor roles.
Which industries hire the most senior level mechanical designers?
Senior Level mechanical designer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they develop highly engineered products, operate under strict regulatory or performance requirements, and need experienced designers who can own complex programs with minimal oversight.