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
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
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 about the construction industry or solving the housing crisis in America, and want the opportunity to grow in your career, we encourage you to apply.
GreenLite is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive workplace where we do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.
At GreenLite, we're on a mission to revolutionize the development process in America, and we're looking for a Senior Mechanical Review Engineer, PE to join our innovative team in New York. Since our inception in 2022, we have been streamlining collaboration between developers, builders, and local regulatory authorities to accelerate project timelines and stay within budget. As a Senior Mechanical Review Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in reviewing and approving construction documents to ensure compliance with local and national building codes. Your expertise will guide our clients through the permitting process, ensuring that their mechanical systems are designed to meet regulatory standards. Collaboration is key in this role, and you’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams and external clients to solve design challenges and ensure all plans are correct before submission. We value a creative office culture and a hybrid work environment that promotes striking a perfect balance between personal and project goals. With your leadership and attention to detail, you’ll help deliver timely, compliant commercial building permits that will reshape the construction industry. If you're a licensed Professional Engineer with experience in mechanical engineering and a passion for improving the construction permitting landscape, we can’t wait to hear from you!
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