International design firm Ware Malcomb has promoted Joel Rothenberg has been promoted to director, mechanical engineering, based in the company’s New York City office. In his new role, he will lead Ware Malcomb mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection (M/P/FP) design efforts across all its offices.
“Since joining our team in 2021, Joel has consistently demonstrated strong technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to supporting both individuals and teams across the firm. We congratulate him on this well-deserved promotion,” said Michael Rometo, principal, Ware Malcomb.
Rothenberg has played a key role in integrating mechanical engineering services into collaborative proposals with other groups and offices. For these projects he has assembled and managed the M/P/FP teams, developed and maintained design standards, evaluated diversification opportunities, and strengthened collaboration with principals, managers and project managers within the company.
Previously as manager, mechanical engineering, Rothenberg was responsible for the management of all mechanical engineering disciplines within the firm’s Northeast offices, overseeing a staff of engineers, designers and BIM operators, establishing design concepts, maintaining technical design quality and ensuring accurate production of design documents. In his career, he has worked on a variety of projects including office fit-outs, warehouse/distribution centers, airports, manufacturing facilities, healthcare facilities and data centers, and residential buildings.
Rothenberg earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Binghamton University and is a registered professional engineer and licensed in 14 states.
