Líder de Diseño MEP

About the role

As the MEP Design Leader at Mallol, you will own all technical decisions for mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems across the firm’s projects. Reporting to the Studio Director and based in Panama, you will be the primary technical reference for Project Architects, consultants and clients.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of MEP engineers, assigning tasks and ensuring the technical quality of all deliverables.
• Define, maintain and enforce MEP modeling standards in Revit and delivery protocols.
• Oversee the modeling, calculation and code compliance of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, referencing ASHRAE, NFPA and IEC standards.
• Review and approve technical documentation and construction drawings before client or site release.
• Coordinate BIM integration with architecture, structure and other disciplines, running clash detection sessions.
• Select, manage and supervise external MEP consultants, setting scopes, schedules and quality criteria.
• Present technical proposals to clients, handle RFIs and provide technical support during bidding and construction phases.
• Drive energy‑efficiency and sustainability initiatives, applying LEED, EDGE or WELL criteria when required.

Required profile

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of MEP design experience in architectural or construction projects, with at least 3 years in a leadership or BIM coordination role.
• Professional BIM Management or Revit certification preferred; LEED, EDGE or WELL certification a plus.
• Proven ability to develop and train engineering teams.

Required skills

• Advanced Revit MEP and AutoCAD proficiency.
• Experience with MEP calculation tools such as HAP, eTap or Dynamo.
• Strong BIM management skills, including clash detection and model coordination.
• Familiarity with AI‑enhanced design tools.
• Knowledge of energy‑efficiency and sustainability standards (LEED, EDGE, WELL).