Technical Director of Mechanical Engineering at Pond & Company in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

About the Position



We are seeking a Mechanical Technical Director to join our expanding Energy Team at one of the following Pond offices: Peachtree Corners, GA; Atlanta, GA; Houston, TX; or Denver, CO.


The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of relevant experience and a strong background in mechanical engineering across industries such as oil & gas, aviation fuel systems (military and commercial), power delivery, renewables, and utilities.


This role offers an opportunity to lead and mentor a dynamic team of professionals while contributing to multi-disciplinary projects for global clients. The successful candidate will also engage in client interactions and support proposal development.



Project Engineering & Management

• Oversee and lead multi-disciplinary engineering projects from concept to completion.


• Coordinate with Project Management and Engineering Leads to establish and maintain timelines, budgets, and deliverables.


• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and project success.


• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring timely and quality project delivery.


• Conduct and lead engineering and design coordination meetings, providing technical updates to Project Managers and clients.


• Track and document project action items, decisions, risks, and potential change notices.

Technical Leadership & Execution

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of engineering solutions.


• Provide technical guidance and ensure industry's best practices in design, development, and execution.


• Solve complex engineering challenges with innovative and cost-effective solutions.


• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes.


• Develop and review equipment data sheets, contractor bids, and shop drawings.


• Generate engineering fee estimates, provide field support during construction, and prepare technical reports.

Team Mentorship & Development

• Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers to enhance their skills and technical expertise.


• Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and innovation within the team.


• Provide constructive feedback and coaching to enhance overall team performance.


• Assist in hiring and onboarding new team members to support team growth.

Client Engagement & Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary engineering point of contact for clients.


• Understand client needs and translate them into technical solutions.


• Maintain client satisfaction through clear communication and project execution.


• Identify business development opportunities to drive company growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.


• 15+ years of professional experience in mechanical engineering.


• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.


• Strong leadership and mentoring experience.


• Excellent communication skills for client and stakeholder interactions.


• Ability to balance technical work with strategic thinking and team leadership.


• Strong collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving.


• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to high-quality work.


• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for site assessments, training, and project support as required.

About Pond



Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond's staff of 600+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion - and everything in between - with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta's #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.



Additional Information


Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. We anticipate filling this position as a Mechanical Technical Director with a salary range of $137,500.00 - $225,900.00 .


Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond's comprehensive benefits offerings here .


All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations.



Equal Opportunity Employer



We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com .


Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com . We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com.
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