Sr. Director of Engineering

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America, Inc. (MHIA) is looking for a Sr. Director of Engineering to join our team. This is a remote role with travel requirements based out of our Ashburn, VA location.

ABOUT MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES AMERICA, INC. (MHIA):

For over 130 years Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group’s innovative and integrated solutions have demonstrated our commitment to creating a positive social impact around the globe. Our range of products and services are tailored to meet our customers’ evolving needs across the commercial aviation, energy, transportation and infrastructure, machinery, defense and space systems sectors.

Our culture embraces diversity and cooperation, and we promote a healthy balance of professional and personal development, ensuring that your ideas and expertise are valued and respected.

SCOPE

The Sr. Director of Engineering Services will lead and grow MHIA DCEM's design engineering practice across the United States, with responsibility for full P&L management, talent acquisition, and technical delivery excellence. This executive role combines hands-on engineering leadership with business development accountability, driving revenue growth while maintaining the highest standards of MEP design quality for mission-critical data center facilities.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

P&L and Financial Management

• Own full P&L responsibility for the Engineering Services division, including revenue targets, project profitability, and cost management
• Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets; prepare financial forecasts and variance analyses
• Establish project pricing models, utilization targets, and resource allocation strategies to maximize profitability
• Report financial and operational performance to executive leadership through regular business reviews

Talent Acquisition and Team Leadership

• Build and scale a high-performing engineering team through strategic hiring, onboarding, and retention programs
• Recruit, mentor, and develop licensed Professional Engineers (PE) and design professionals across mechanical and electrical disciplines
• Establish performance management frameworks, career development paths, and succession planning
• Foster an engineering culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Technical Leadership and Design Oversight

• Provide technical direction and quality assurance for all MEP design deliverables on data center projects
• Establish and maintain design standards, engineering guidelines, and QA/QC processes for mission-critical facilities
• Lead technical reviews and serve as senior technical authority on complex engineering challenges
• Stay current with emerging data center technologies including liquid cooling, high-density power distribution, and energy efficiency solutions

Business Development and Client Relations

• Drive revenue growth by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities with hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise clients
• Develop and present engineering proposals, fee estimates, and scope of work documents
• Cultivate long-term client relationships and serve as executive sponsor on key accounts
• Represent MHI DCEM at industry conferences, trade shows, and technical forums

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in MEP engineering, with at least 5 years in senior leadership roles
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Demonstrated experience in data center or mission-critical facility design
• Proven track record of P&L management and financial accountability for engineering operations
• Experience building and managing engineering teams of 10+ professionals
• Strong understanding of low and medium voltage power systems, cooling infrastructure, and mechanical systems

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
• Experience with consulting engineering firm operations and client service delivery
• Background in hyperscale data center programs (100+ MW facilities)
• Familiarity with modular or prefabricated data center solutions
• LEED AP, CEM, or other sustainability certifications
• Experience working with Japanese corporations or in bi-regional (US/Japan) business environments

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strategic thinking with ability to translate business objectives into engineering execution
• Executive presence and ability to engage effectively with C-suite clients and stakeholders
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and business audiences
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent
• Results-oriented leadership with commitment to quality and client satisfaction

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires approximately 25–40% travel, including client site visits, project locations, and periodic travel to MHI offices.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience, plus performance-based bonus opportunity. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and professional development support.

MHIA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

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