Senior Mechanical Engineer

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Additional Responsibilities Include

HDR is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Engineering Services team in either Charlotte-NC, Raleigh-NC, or Atlanta-GA. Our team is looking for a candidate to meet the needs of our diverse client base including Commercial, Federal, Industrial, Science and Technology, Mission Critical and Water/Wastewater facilities, and Healthcare projects. We have a team with diverse experience and are actively seeking candidates with experience within one or more of the markets we serve. This individual should also have a desire to mentor and train younger mechanical engineers. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for leading teams and designing projects from start to finish. This will include coordinating and working closely with clients, project managers, mechanical team members, architects, other engineering disciplines, contractors, marketing members, and all other team members. They will be responsible for developing construction documents, specifications, engineering calculations, and performing RFI responses, shop drawing reviews, site investigation and overall construction administration. Passion, self-motivation, and strong leadership skills are a must to deliver technically excellent design solutions for our clients.

• Providing detailed design and coordination of facilities with team members
• Preparing construction documents with BIM/CADD platforms
• Editing and preparing design specifications
• Reviewing fee estimates, cost opinions, and writing technical documents
• Performing QA/QC review of construction documents and technical reports
• Selecting equipment using vendor software and communicating with sales reps
• Tracking and meeting design budgets
• Performing load calculations and Life Cycle Cost Analyses (LCCA)
• Attending and leading design meetings with other team members
• Providing construction administration service throughout all phases of construction
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
• PE license required
• Minimum of 10 years of consulting engineering experience; this must successful history of designing HVAC and plumbing systems for various types of buildings including one or more of the following building types: commercial office, federal, utility, water/wastewater, healthcare, mission critical, and laboratory facilities
• Strong communication skills required
• Must be self-motivated and organized
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products required
• Must be able to work independently and with a project team
• Some travel will be required
• An attitude and commitment to our employee-owned culture is a must
  

Preferred Qualifications

• BIM/Revit experience is highly recommended
• Experience in sustainable design/LEED
• Local candidates are preferred
  

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Primary Location

United States-North Carolina-Charlotte

Other Locations

United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-Georgia-Atlanta

Industry

Building Engineering

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass

Building Mechanical

Job Posting

Apr 14, 2022

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity in all of our offices. USA: We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law. CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.

Health and safety is also our priority. For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy. If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver's license and compliance with our vehicle policy.