Senior Mechanical Review Engineer, PE
GreenLiteAbout the role
Our Company
Founded in 2022, GreenLite is revolutionizing development in America by streamlining the collaboration between developers, builders, and local regulatory authorities. GreenLite’s software powers its Private Plan Review offering, serving many of the nation’s largest public retailers, developers, and production home builders. By leveraging GreenLite’s technology, its customers save months on each project, significantly accelerating their timelines and staying within budget.
GreenLite is founded by experts in technology, development, and within the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) industry, and backed by leading venture capital firms. GreenLite is at the forefront of the privatization of construction permitting and plan review, reshaping a multi-hundred billion dollar industry.
GreenLite has raised nearly $40M from the country’s leading venture capital investors, including Craft Ventures, who led GreenLite’s $28.5M Series A. We’re well capitalized to achieve our mission of revolutionizing the plan review and construction permitting process across the country.
The Role
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, PE, you will lead the review and approval of our client’s construction documents, ensuring regulatory standards and code compliance with local and national building codes per state and municipal private provider laws. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external clients to review construction plans, mechanical systems design, and ensure alignment with AHJ (Authorities having jurisdiction) requirements. This role involves hands-on project management, quality control, and design team interactions to deliver successful outcomes of timely, compliant commercial building permits.
At GreenLite, we place value in our in-office culture - both the relationships and collaboration it builds and also the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace putting GreenLite’s goals first while providing balance for our teammates.
Key Responsibilities
Review construction plans for MEP compliance related to all applicable regulatory codes and standards.
Provide guidance and corrections to project design teams regarding the design systems ensuring quality and consistency.
Certify plans for submission to local authorities as a private provider in coordination with the client’s Engineer-of-Record
Communicate with the design team and regulatory authorities to resolve design issues and clarify review comments.
Ensure all documentation and permit applications are accurate and submitted promptly.
Support the permitting process by gathering documentation, completing applications, and working with government agencies.
Support cross-functional teams with your PE engineering expertise and internal software + product feedback.
Support GreenLite Ops team and permitting process by gathering documentation, completing applications, and working with government agencies.
Provide technical guidance and feedback to cross-functional teams to enhance internal processes.
Qualifications
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.
6+ years of mechanical engineering experience, with expertise in building plan reviews and permitting code compliance
Proven experience in submitting and resolving permitting issues with authorities.
Proven experience in project management and client interaction.
Detail-oriented with the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Must be based in the New York Metro area and able to work in the office 3 days/ week as part of a hybrid schedule
Our Benefits and Perks Package
Competitive salary
New hire stock equity packages
Annual bonuses based on performance and delivering results
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
401(k) savings plan
Employee wellness program
Home productivity stipend
Team building events
Unlimited PTO policy
Equal Opportunity Statement
GreenLite values people from all walks of life and professional backgrounds. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate
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