Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation Department Manager

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

We are seeking a Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation Department Manager to lead Jedson’s mechanical engineering team, with a strong focus on industrial ventilation systems. This role is responsible for technical leadership, project delivery, and team management, ensuring high-quality solutions for complex industrial facilities.

Success in this role requires expertise in mechanical engineering across a variety of industry verticals. Design solutions can include HVAC, ventilation, dust control, exhaust piping, clean room, etc. In addition, the right candidate will bring the ability to hire, train, mentor, and foster a high-performance culture.

Specifically, responsibilities for this role include:

• Manage the Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation department, including engineers, designers, and support staff (approx. 15 team members)
• Lead the design and analysis of industrial ventilation, dust collection, HVAC, and process exhaust systems.
• Provide technical expertise and quality oversight on engineering deliverables.
• Collaborate with project managers and other discipline leads to execute multi-discipline projects.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering technical growth and professional development.
• Develop and maintain department standards, tools, and best practices.
• Support client relationships and business development activities, including proposal preparation and estimating.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.

IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 10+ years’ experience
• Experience working within a consulting/EPCM engineering environment.
• Mechanical engineering experience, with emphasis on industrial ventilation and HVAC.
• Strong knowledge of industrial ventilation design standards (e.g., ACGIH, NFPA, ASHRAE).
• Experience with industrial projects (chemical, manufacturing, pulp & paper, or related industries).
• Proficiency in relevant design and simulation software.
• Experience leading teams (formally or informally).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Growth-Oriented Mindset: Drives expansion, seizes opportunity, and maintains focus on long-term success.
• Vertical and Operations Stewardship: Deep understanding of vertical structures and how to scale them effectively.
• Action Bias: Keeps the organization moving forward; eliminates stagnation.
• Vision & Foresight: Anticipates obstacles and adjusts course before issues impact outcomes.
• Operational Mastery: Strong competency in operational execution, systems thinking, and performance improvement. Able to separate “signal from noise.”
• Strategic Influence: Aligns teams behind the vision and inspires followership.
• Balanced Leadership: Creates equilibrium between strategic thinking, tactical execution, and people leadership.

Note this role is located onsite in Cincinnati, OH. Remote working options are not available at this time. Relocation assistance will be provided to preferred candidates.