Director of Engineering

Insight Global • Alexandria, VA • 2h ago

Job Description

The Director of Engineering is responsible for leading design-build project delivery, providing technical expertise across our client's services, and supporting business development and permitting efforts nationwide. The position blends hands-on engineering, team leadership, and client-facing responsibilities.

Lead and grow the engineering team, helping build PE resumes and developing a strong internal bench

Serve as the go-to expert for HVAC and plumbing building systems, with a solid understanding of air quality, psychrometrics, pump systems, and fluid flow

Take ownership of the Pipe TEST offering, providing consultative engineering support to clients, including on-site evaluations and fee-based assessments

Support design-build projects by developing schematic designs, contributing to HVAC conversions, and ensuring work meets code and quality standards

Oversee and review work completed by external consultants, who will continue to be used regardless of project size

Review permit and construction drawings and support project work that may not be strictly design-focused

Partner with preconstruction, operations, and marketing teams to support pursuits, client strategy, and business development

Balance day-to-day reactive support with proactive efforts to grow services and improve engineering capabilities

Split time between the office, job sites, and travel as needed (Once a month)

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

Minimum Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in at least one state; NCEES registration preferred

Minimum 3 years post-graduation experience focused on building systems design and engineering

Proven design experience with mechanical and plumbing building systems

Strong working knowledge of building codes and standards, including ICC and applicable energy codes

Demonstrated leadership experience within design team environments

Proficiency with industry-standard drawing tools and load calculation/design software - Ability to effectively manage internal teams and external consultants

Degree of technical depth paired with strong communication and collaboration skills

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