Senior Mechanical Engineer

Overview

HDR is an employee‑owned company that values inclusion and innovation. We are looking for a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Engineering Services Business Group in Chicago, IL. The team delivers integrated facility and infrastructure design across diverse markets, with a strong focus on sustainable design and energy efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Establish client relations and participate in marketing, design, and production meetings regarding mechanical systems.
• Assume mechanical lead on a variety of projects.
• Participate in reviews with governing agencies to ensure code compliance.
• Conduct schematic, design‑development, and contract‑document work sessions in collaboration with the Project Manager, Project Architect, and other disciplines.
• Coordinate workload throughout project development to complete documents on schedule.
• Track financial aspects of projects and adjust work effort with the team to stay within agreed‑upon parameters.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager, Regional Controller, and Regional Director for project reviews with corporate management.
• Perform other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering with a Mechanical emphasis or in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with Healthcare, Science and Technology, and/or Civic facilities.
• Preference for individuals with Data Center design experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of mechanical system design experience for commercial or institutional buildings.
• Professional engineering license (PE or P.Eng) recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, previous team coordination, and project management experience.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Commitment to being an active participant in HDR’s employee‑owned culture.

Culture & Equity

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.

Primary Location

United States – Illinois – Chicago

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular