Principal, Healthcare Mechanical Engineering

Position Overview

Stantec’s Buildings team is seeking a Principal, Healthcare Mechanical Engineering to lead the health sector engineering practice in the Sacramento area. In this client‐facing role, you will spearhead business development, mentor multidisciplinary teams, and drive the design and delivery of innovative healthcare projects – all while upholding technical excellence and sustainable practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and lead Stantec’s Health Sector Engineering practice through strategic business development and marketing initiatives.
• Hire, mentor, and manage cross-functional teams including engineers, project managers, and design staff to ensure high-quality project outcomes.
• Oversee the planning, design, and delivery of complex healthcare projects, ensuring projects are on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Ensure technical compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements while driving continuous process improvements.
• Champion innovative solutions and thought leadership to differentiate Stantec in the competitive A/E landscape.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in project and team management within the healthcare sector.
• Professional Engineering license is required.
• Outstanding client service, leadership, and business development skills with a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• LEED AP Credential or ASHRAE Healthcare Facility Design Professional (HFDP) certification.
• Project Management Professional certification is a plus.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Min Salary $137,300.00 - Max Salary $205,900.00. Final compensation is based on education, experience, and work location (bonus eligible for certain roles).
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision plans, wellness programs, and health savings accounts.
• Retirement benefits including a 401(k) plan and employee stock purchase program, along with life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off including ten paid holidays, vacation accrual (10-20 days/year) and sick leave, plus additional perks such as tuition reimbursement and professional membership fee coverage.