Technical Leader (US)
Technical Leader – Mechanical Piping
Who We Are
We are a leading BIM company specializing in hands-on, field-focused Building Information Modeling (BIM) services. Since our establishment in 2007, we’ve grown into the largest and most experienced BIM production service provider in the United States, with over 5,000 projects completed.
Our team of more than 500 professionals delivers tailored BIM solutions — including MEP Modeling, VDC/BIM Management, Laser Scanning, and Scan to BIM — by collaborating with architects, engineers, and owners to meet their specific needs.
The Role
At ENG, the Technical Leader – Mechanical Piping is not only a project leader, but also a technical reference point for the discipline. This role combines deep technical expertise in mechanical piping with the ability to lead teams and manage complex projects.
The Technical Leader ensures technical excellence, develops standards, mentors team members, and represents ENG as a subject matter expert both internally and with clients. This position requires balancing hands-on technical contributions with the leadership of people, processes, and deliverables.
General Goals, Challenges, and Scope
- Act as the discipline expert for mechanical piping, setting the standard for technical excellence across projects.
- Lead teams of modelers and specialists, ensuring they are aligned with project schedules, constructability requirements, and client expectations.
- Stay hands-on in Revit/Navisworks and actively support the team, while also serving as a mentor and coach.
- Represent ENG in technical discussions with clients and in cross-trade coordination meetings.
- A key challenge is balancing the immediate project delivery needs with the long-term development of technical talent within the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership: Be the reference point for mechanical piping knowledge and BIM best practices. Define workflows, ensure modeling accuracy, and address complex coordination issues.
- Team Development: Mentor and coach BIM specialists and modelers, transferring knowledge and building the next generation of technical leaders.
- Project Leadership: Oversee delivery of mechanical piping models and drawings, ensuring technical quality, constructability, and timeliness.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate effectively with clients, PMs, and other trades. Represent the mechanical scope in coordination and decision-making.
- Innovation: Promote continuous improvement, new tools, and methodologies that strengthen ENG’s technical edge in mechanical piping.
QA/QC
The Technical Leader is accountable for quality assurance and control within the mechanical piping discipline. This includes reviewing models and drawings before submission, aligning with client requirements, and guaranteeing constructability.
Decision-Making Scope
- Define technical standards, workflows, and approaches.
- Influence team composition and resource allocation.
- Serve as a decision-maker for technical issues within the discipline.
- Collaborate closely with PMs, other discipline leads, and clients to ensure cross-discipline alignment.
Mandatory Requirements
✔ Mechanical Engineering degree or Technical Training / Background.
✔ 7+ years of experience with Revit & Navisworks on MEP projects (primarily Mechanical/Piping).
✔ Demonstrated expertise as a technical reference in mechanical piping BIM.
✔ Experience leading teams and mentoring junior colleagues.
✔ Strong client-facing communication and organizational skills.
✔ Proven experience with U.S.-based projects and codes.
✔ Experience delivering LOD 400 models and drawings.
Company Culture and Values
- Candor: We value honesty, openness, and sincerity in all interactions.
- Accountability: We take ownership and are committed to delivering high-quality work on time.
- Win-Win Mentality: We strive for mutual success in all business relationships.
Location
This is a fully remote role, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere.
What You’ll Find
- A competitive compensation package.
- Exciting opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
- A collaborative environment where technical excellence and innovation are recognized and rewarded.