Location and Travel

This is a remote position; however, preference will be given to candidates located in Austin, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Atlanta, GA, Reno, NV, Grand Rapids, MI, or Las Vegas, NV. This position may require periodic travel to the locations listed above for site visits, project meetings, and team collaboration.

Company Description

Meade Engineering is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. Our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that drive the industry forward.

At Meade Engineering, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth are at the forefront. We take pride in our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and superior service-values that not only define our projects but also shape our workplace culture.

If you're looking to be part of a company that values expertise, teamwork, and cutting-edge design, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Description

Meade Engineering is seeking an experienced Professional Plumbing Engineer to lead the design and development of plumbing systems for data centers, industrial facilities, and other large-scale commercial projects. This is a key technical leadership role involving design strategy, system engineering, project coordination, and production oversight.

The ideal candidate will hold a PE license, possess strong Revit expertise, and have a deep understanding of plumbing codes, industry standards, and best practices. This position involves close collaboration with mechanical and electrical teams, architects, contractors, and clients to deliver innovative and cost-effective plumbing system solutions.

Job Duties

• Lead the design and engineering of plumbing system layouts, including domestic water, sanitary waste, storm drainage, and gas piping systems.
• Perform and review plumbing design calculations to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Utilize Revit to produce and review plumbing construction documents, ensuring accuracy, quality, and coordination with other disciplines.
• Oversee design schedules, deliverables, and project milestones to ensure timely and efficient execution.
• Select plumbing equipment and fixtures based on project specifications, performance criteria, and energy and water efficiency goals.
• Review and respond to submittals, RFIs, and change orders; assist with site visits, inspections, and field verification as required.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, contractors, and project managers to ensure seamless system integration and constructability.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior designers and engineering staff.
• Support project meetings and client presentations, providing technical input and leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional plumbing design experience for commercial or industrial projects.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Proven experience designing plumbing systems for large-scale or mission-critical facilities.
• Proficiency in Revit for plumbing system design and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing codes, NFPA standards, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on data centers, industrial, or mission-critical facilities.
• Familiarity with MEP system coordination and integrated building systems.
• ASPE certification or other relevant professional credentials.
• Experience with sustainable plumbing design, including LEED and water efficiency systems.

Benefits:

All full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefit package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of medical premiums covered by the employer, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401k plan, vacation time, paid holidays off, and yearly performance-based bonus eligibility.

MEI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

Location and Travel:

This is a remote position; however, preference will be given to candidates located in Austin, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Atlanta, GA, Reno, NV, Grand Rapids, MI, or Las Vegas, NV.

This position may require travel to all of the above listed locations.

Company Description:

Meade is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. Our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that drive the industry forward.

At Meade, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth are at the forefront. We take pride in our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and superior service-values that not only define our projects but also shape our workplace culture.

If you're looking to be part of a company that values expertise, teamwork, and cutting-edge design, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Description:

Meade has a job opportunity for an experienced Substation Engineer II (Distribution) to be an integral member of our design team. The scope of projects will include long term strategic design of substations and overall high/medium voltage electrical distribution for multiple data center campuses exceeding 1000MW overall capacity. This role will be highly collaborative amongst Meade staff, clients, vendors, and external disciplines. Travel to job sites may be required for site observations, client meetings, factory witness tests, etc.

Job Duties:

• Independently drive physical designs for electrical substations throughout design and construction phases (both new construction and upgrades/retrofits).
• Design high and medium voltage electrical distribution for large scale data center campuses.
• Oversee the production of one-line diagrams, conceptual designs, plan-section drawings, foundation, grounding, specifications, and any additional drawings needed to complete a comprehensive set of construction documents to build substations of varying sizes.
• Work amongst a cross-discipline design team, owners, and contractors to develop drawings and specifications. 
• Coordinate with external vendors, internal design teams and manufacturers.
• Major equipment selection and scheduling.
• Lead QA/QC process and sign off on engineering documents.
• Perform substation testing and commissioning as needed.
• Develop proposals (scope of work, estimate, etc.). 

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Professional Substation Engineering design experience designing high/medium voltage power distribution, physical design, transmission line design, etc.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. 
• Engineering in Training (EIT) certification preferred. Valid Electrical Professional Engineer (PE) license a plus.
• Experience working independently, managing priorities and providing mentorship to junior staff.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes.
• Ability to think strategically and demonstrate flexibility in order to achieve long-range objectives.
• Self-motivated, comfortable with ambiguity and motivated to work as a team and lead others.
• Top-notch organization, attention to detail combined with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office, AutoCAD, BlueBeam, BIM, and Revit.

Benefits:

All full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefit package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of medical premiums covered by the employer, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401(k), vacation time, paid holidays off, and yearly performance-based bonus eligibility.

Meade is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws. We believe in equal employment opportunities for all and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Company Description:

Meade is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. Our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that drive the industry forward.

At Meade, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth are at the forefront. We take pride in our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and superior service—values that not only define our projects but also shape our workplace culture.

If you’re looking to be part of a company that values expertise, teamwork, and cutting-edge design, we’d love to hear from you!

Learn more about us at www.meadeengineering.com.

Job Description:

Meade is seeking an experienced Plumbing Designer III to play a key role in the design of plumbing systems for data centers, industrial buildings, and other large-scale construction projects. This position is a blend of design execution, project coordination, and production, ensuring plumbing systems are efficiently developed and integrated into broader mechanical designs. The ideal candidate has strong Revit expertise, understands plumbing codes and best practices, and is capable of managing design deliverables while coordinating with clients, engineers, and project teams.

Job Duties:

• Design and develop plumbing system layouts, including domestic water, sanitary waste, storm drainage, and gas piping.
• Utilize Revit to produce detailed plumbing construction documents, ensuring accuracy and coordination with other disciplines.
• Manage design schedules, deadlines, and deliverables, ensuring projects stay on track.
• Select plumbing equipment and fixtures in compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Review submittals, RFIs, and change orders while assisting with site visits, inspections, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers, architects, contractors, and project managers to ensure seamless integration of plumbing systems.
• Provide technical support and guidance to drafters and junior team members as needed.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in plumbing design for commercial or industrial projects.
• Proficiency in Revit for plumbing system design and documentation.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing codes, industry standards, and best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills for team collaboration and client interactions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working on data center, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
• Familiarity with MEP coordination and integrated building systems.
• Certification from ASPE or other relevant industry organizations.
• Experience with sustainable plumbing design (LEED, water efficiency systems).

Benefits:

All full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefit package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of medical premiums covered by the employer, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401(k), vacation time, paid holidays off, and yearly performance-based bonus eligibility.

Meade is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws. We believe in equal employment opportunities for all and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Company Description:

Meade is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. Our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that drive the industry forward.

At Meade, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth are at the forefront. We take pride in our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and superior service values that not only define our projects but also shape our workplace culture.

If you're looking to be part of a company that values expertise, teamwork, and cutting-edge design, we'd love to hear from you! Learn more about us at www.meadeengineering.com.

Job Description:

Meade is seeking an experienced Director of Project Management to lead project teams and personally manage key projects within our full-service engineering practice. This unique player-coach role combines portfolio-level leadership with hands-on project execution. Directors will oversee a team of Project Managers, provide mentorship and accountability, and also serve as the primary lead on their own assigned projects.

The ideal candidate is a strong project leader who thrives on developing people, delivering exceptional client outcomes, and ensuring projects are executed with precision, efficiency, and quality.

Job Duties:

• Leadership & Team Development
• Lead, mentor, and coach a team of Project Managers, ensuring professional growth, effective workload distribution, and consistent application of project management best practices.
• Oversee the project portfolio within your group, ensuring alignment with company goals, client expectations, and resource availability.
• Set performance standards, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance management for your team.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the project management function.

Direct Project Management

• Personally manage a portfolio of assigned projects, serving as the primary point of contact for clients and ensuring successful delivery from kickoff through closeout.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and scopes of work, ensuring alignment with client needs and firm resources.
• Coordinate closely with internal engineering disciplines and external contractors to keep projects on track and within budget.
• Identify and resolve project risks, conflicts, or scope changes proactively.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and company quality requirements.

Strategic & Operational Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership to refine project management methodologies, tools, and reporting standards.
• Partner with business development teams to support project proposals, scope definition, and client presentations.
• Provide portfolio-level reporting on schedule, budget, profitability, and resource utilization.
• Support firm-wide initiatives related to growth, operational efficiency, and client satisfaction.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive project management experience in engineering, construction, or technical services, including prior management of people or teams.
• Proven ability to lead both individual projects and teams of Project Managers.
• Strong expertise in MEP systems or complex building projects.
• Skilled in budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contract administration.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Procore, or equivalent).
• Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
• PMP, CCM, or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred.

Benefits:

All full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefit package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of medical premiums covered by the employer, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401(k), vacation time, paid holidays off, and yearly performance-based bonus eligibility.

Meade is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws. We believe in equal employment opportunities for all and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Location and Travel:

This is a remote position; however, preference will be given to candidates located in Austin, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Atlanta, GA, Reno, NV, Grand Rapids, MI, or Las Vegas, NV.

This position may require travel to all of the above listed locations.

Company Description:

Meade is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. Our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that drive the industry forward.

At Meade, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth are at the forefront. We take pride in our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and superior service-values that not only define our projects but also shape our workplace culture.

If you're looking to be part of a company that values expertise, teamwork, and cutting-edge design, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Description:

Meade is seeking a talented Protection & Control (P&C) Engineer to lead and execute medium- to high-voltage (15kV to 500kV) substation protection and control design projects. This is a technical, detail-focused role ideal for engineers who excel in high-paced environments and are experienced in producing code-compliant, constructible P&C design packages with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in utility and industrial substation design and be skilled at coordinating across multiple engineering disciplines, including SCADA, physical, and civil teams. Occasional support during commissioning and testing phases may be required.

Job Duties:

• Lead or support detailed Protection & Control designs for greenfield and brownfield substation projects.
• Develop complete and accurate P&C design deliverables, including one-line and three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics and wiring diagrams, panel layouts and bill of materials, cable schedules, control logic, and I/O mapping.
• Specify and apply protection relays (e.g., SEL, GE, ABB) and associated settings.
• Apply applicable industry and utility standards (IEEE, NESC, and client-specific guidelines).
• Coordinate closely with SCADA/RTU, communications, physical, and civil design teams.
• Perform drawing QA/QC and mentor junior P&C designers and engineers.
• Interface with clients, relay settings engineers, and field teams during design reviews and construction.
• Provide technical support for relay testing, FAT/SAT, and substation energization as needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in substation protection and control design for utilities, EPCs, or engineering firms.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Valid Electrical Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proficient in developing protection one-lines, AC/DC schematics, and panel wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with protection relay applications-especially SEL (351, 451, 735, 487).
• Proficient with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar CAD tools.
• Strong understanding of control schemes, relay logic, and SCADA integration.
• Knowledge of industry standards (IEEE, NESC, utility-specific requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GIS or metal-clad switchgear.
• Familiarity with relay setting software (e.g., SEL AcSELerator, GE Enervista).
• Experience with substation coordination studies and arc flash analysis.
• Proven ability to coordinate across multi-disciplinary engineering teams.

Benefits:

All full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefit package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of medical premiums covered by the employer, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401(k), vacation time, paid holidays off, and yearly performance-based bonus eligibility.

Meade is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws. We believe in equal employment opportunities for all and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Company Description: 

Meade is a full-service design firm specializing in innovative and cost-effective engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. Our team of expert engineers, designers, and consultants is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable, and sustainable solutions that drive the industry forward.

At Meade, we foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where creativity, technical excellence, and professional growth are at the forefront. We take pride in our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and superior service-values that not only define our projects but also shape our workplace culture.

If you're looking to be part of a company that values expertise, teamwork, and cutting-edge design, we'd love to hear from you!

Job Description:

Meade is seeking a visionary, strongly communicative, and technically accomplished Vice President of Commissioning to lead and scale our commissioning practice across a diverse portfolio of high-performance projects. This role will oversee the strategic direction, operational performance, and technical execution of commissioning services for complex MEP systems-ensuring our clients receive reliable, safe, and fully integrated infrastructure from day one.

The VP of Commissioning is accountable for firmwide delivery of commissioning operations, including oversight of electrical and mechanical commissioning teams, quality assurance protocols, field execution, and client experience. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in commissioning data centers and other mission-critical environments, paired with the presence and interpersonal skills to lead up with internal executives, cross-functional teams, and external client leadership. This individual must exhibit strong leadership, clear communication, and exceptional organizational abilities to manage complexity and drive results across all levels of the business. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of commissioning delivery at a high-growth firm working on some of the most complex infrastructure challenges in the industry.

Job Duties:

• Lead the Commissioning Division-Set the vision, standards, and strategic priorities for mechanical and electrical commissioning services across all active and future markets.
• Oversee Commissioning Operations-Manage regional and project-level commissioning teams, including directors, engineers, and field personnel across multiple geographies.
• Ensure Technical Excellence-Provide high-level technical oversight of commissioning plans, scripts, protocols, testing procedures, and final documentation for complex systems including HVAC, UPS, generators, BMS, switchgear, and other MEP infrastructure.
• Drive Commissioning Quality and Consistency-Develop and implement standard operating procedures, quality control checklists, and safety best practices that ensure excellence at every stage of the commissioning lifecycle.
• Support Pre-Construction & Design Phase Input-Collaborate with internal engineering teams and external partners during early design and planning to embed commissioning thinking into project strategy.
• Represent Commissioning with Clients and Partners-Serve as the executive point of contact for commissioning scope in major projects, maintaining trusted relationships with world-class clients, construction partners, and mission-critical facility owners.
• Lead Up and Across-Effectively influence and align with senior leaders across internal departments and external client organizations to advocate for commissioning priorities and resolve challenges proactively.
• Lead Team Development-Mentor commissioning leaders and field teams; drive recruitment, onboarding, and upskilling to ensure scalable delivery capacity and strong succession planning.
• Monitor Performance & Profitability-Establish KPIs and reporting systems to track performance across quality, timeliness, cost control, client satisfaction, and risk.
• Innovate & Improve-Identify opportunities for technical innovation, process automation, and workflow efficiency. Stay ahead of evolving codes, standards, and technology.
• Ensure Compliance and Safety-Maintain compliance with applicable industry standards, regulations, and client-specific protocols, while driving a culture of proactive safety in all field activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field; equivalent technical experience or military commissioning background will be considered.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in commissioning of complex building systems, with deep exposure to mission-critical facilities such as data centers, laboratories, or high-availability infrastructure.
• 7+ years in a leadership role with responsibility for teams, budgets, and strategic operations.
• Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP), CxA, or equivalent industry certification strongly preferred.
• Expertise in a broad range of systems, including HVAC, CRAC units, chillers, boilers, UPS systems, generators, BMS integration, medium-voltage gear, and control sequences.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams through high-pressure, high-stakes project environments.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly, build consensus, and influence senior stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Highly organized, with strong systems-thinking and time-management capabilities to juggle multiple high-impact initiatives simultaneously.
• Familiarity with NEC, ASHRAE, NFPA, IEEE, and other relevant codes and commissioning frameworks.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite; familiarity with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, and commissioning-specific platforms such as CxAlloy is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience overseeing commissioning programs for hyperscale data centers or globally recognized technology clients.
• Working knowledge of construction delivery methods (Design-Build, IPD, etc.) and how commissioning integrates across these phases.
• Background in developing and implementing commissioning training programs and knowledge bases.
• Experience driving process improvement or adopting emerging technologies in the commissioning workflow (e.g., Cx management software, cloud-based reporting).
• Multi-region or national delivery leadership experience, with ability to scale team infrastructure and operational models.

Benefits:

All full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefit package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% of medical premiums covered by the employer, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401(k), vacation time, paid holidays off, and yearly performance-based bonus eligibility.

Meade is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws. We believe in equal employment opportunities for all and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.