Within SSOE’s Advanced Technology division, we specialize in high-tech facility design, offering top-tier design and engineering services to a diverse array of clients and markets. Our team is composed of highly skilled and knowledgeable professionals who excel across various disciplines. We pride ourselves on our cross-disciplinary approach, which allows us to understand and address our clients' needs more comprehensively than traditional, siloed methods.

What sets us apart is our ability to seamlessly conceptualize, plan, and detail every aspect of design. Our in-house experts collaborate closely, optimizing and enhancing our work through multi-discipline strategy sessions. By leveraging cutting-edge techniques and state-of-the-art software, we deliver industry-leading technology and innovative solutions from day one.

We are currently hiring a Mechanical Engineering Group Manager with a foundation in leading and managing a team of Mechanical staff to join our team. You will have the opportunity to effectively lead, manage, and mentor the Mechanical staff and design work, with an emphasis on employee growth and project success. This person will also coordinate with various disciplines within the organization and will be an integral part of problem-solving complex designs for state-of-the-art industrial and high-tech manufacturing facilities for the world’s leading high-tech companies. This position will require you to work onsite each day and be located in the N. Phoenix, AZ area. Remote or hybrid work arrangements for this role are not available.

• Effectively lead, manage, and mentor the Mechanical Engineering staff with an emphasis on employee growth, project success, and overall performance.
• Set clear technical goals and objectives, assess technical progress, and instill a performance-oriented culture with a focus on technical accountability. Deploy a strategy that builds, retains, and engages all employees through technical inclusion and teamwork.
• Coordinates with various engineering disciplines within the organization (architectural, electrical, process/chemical, structural, etc.) to collaborate, optimize, and improve work and staff sharing by participating in multi-discipline technical strategy sessions.
• Assists all levels of Management in articulating technical discipline capability requirements in support of strategic and business objectives.
• Identifies, champions, mentors, and coaches the development of our less experienced staff and looks for ways to elevate the technical and professional expertise of the team.
• Strategically collaborate with other Architects, Engineers, Project Managers, and other stakeholders to ensure designs align with functional requirements and safety protocols.
• Identify and resolve mechanical design issues during the planning and construction phases, ensuring efficient and functional designs.
• Conduct site visits and assessments to gather data, verify design requirements, and ensure compliance during construction phases.
• Lead design review meetings, providing expert insights and recommendations for efficient design solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Active Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to obtain an active PE license is required.
• Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, team management, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing, semiconductor, high technology, and/or battery manufacturing industry is essential.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. In addition, the employee will be required to conduct job-related functions in the field or onsite at a client location. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
• Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000/year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.
• Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), opportunities for professional development and training, PTO, & paid holidays.

Join us at SSOE, where your expertise will thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design and engineering excellence. Our company culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. We believe in fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. If you're passionate about innovation and eager to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply and become a part of our forward-thinking team.