Director of Mechanical Engineering

Job DescriptionDirector of Mechanical Engineering — Industrial RefrigerationLyndhurst, VAOwn the mechanical design function behind some of the largest, most complex, highest-efficiency industrial refrigeration systems on the market.
Lead a talented team, elevate standards, and deliver mission-critical projects on time and on budget.What you’ll doLead and mentor Senior Design Managers/Engineers and Designers; develop future leaders.Oversee end-to-end mechanical design for large-scale projects; drive scope, schedule, and budget.Coordinate seamlessly with engineering, field, and shop teams to keep execution tight.Review/approve designs and drawings; ensure quality, performance, and customer specs.Improve processes and workflows for speed, safety, and reliability—continuously.Ensure compliance with safety protocols and
local/state/federal
regulations.Provide high-level technical support to manufacturing and construction teams.Perform engineering calculations and select equipment for major design packages.Report progress and performance to executive leadership with clear, data-driven updates.What you’ll bringBachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience).7–10+ years leading engineering teams in industrial refrigeration or closely related fields.Deep expertise with
ammonia and CO2 refrigeration systems
(safety and regulatory know-how included).Proven cross-functional leadership and crisp decision-making within budget constraints.Excellent organization and documentation skills across multiple concurrent projects.PE license
.Why this roleHigh impact and executive visibility.Chance to shape processes and standards for a growing, design/build org.Lead marquee projects that set an industry bar for efficiency and scale.
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