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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, Trenton, NJ, United States


At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better.

The Building Engineering Services Group (BES) provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, site civil, structural and specialty design services for a wide variety of buildings that include public, municipal, private, and Federal project types across the region and globally. With a team of experienced staff in specific market sectors such as Healthcare, Science and Technology, Data Centers, Higher Education, Federal, Transportation, Water, and Resources facilities, we provide engineering excellence for our clients. We have an industry leading focus on sustainable design and energy conservation.

The HDR BES group is looking for a

Senior Mechanical Engineer .

Primary Duties

Lead the work of the mechanical design team throughout all project phases ranging from feasibility studies, programming, conceptual design, schematic design, construction documents, construction administration, commissioning, and project close‑out

Write and edit mechanical specifications to fit project requirements

Review mechanical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines

Understand fan and pump curves to properly select equipment for different applications

Perform psychrometric calculations for analyzing and selecting HVAC systems and equipment

Develop sections and elevations for complex ductwork and piping areas

Develop air and water flow diagrams

Coordinate HVAC system control requirements and intended modes of operation with controls engineers to develop control diagrams, point lists, and sequences of operation

Visit project sites as requested to verify existing conditions or as contractually required to monitor construction progress and prepare field observation reports

Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance

Coordinate workload, complete project assignments and deliverables on schedule

Conduct virtual/on‑site work sessions for projects in conjunction with other disciplines, owners, clients, contractors, and other project stakeholders including presentations

Develop project hours to complete mechanical design documents for RFPs

Coordinate and assist affected disciplines with project addenda, RFIs, change proposal requests, and change orders, and incorporate agreed‑upon changes into the project documents

Work with the Project Manager, Regional Controller and Regional Director for project reviews with corporate management as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Open to Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a Mechanical focus

Understanding of applicable design codes and specification requirements

Significant experience designing complex and large‑scale laboratory and healthcare facilities and/or data centers

Proficiency in Revit and Microsoft Office

Experience using load calculation software, energy modeling software, and manufacturer equipment selection software

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Take ownership of assignments and work both independently and as part of a large project team

Strongly motivated, well organized, and showing professional initiative

Focused on client outcomes

Candidates with strong mentoring skills are highly preferred

Preference is given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

A minimum of 10 years in mechanical system design of commercial or institutional buildings

Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license

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

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Primary Location
United States – New Jersey – Pennington

Other Locations
United States – New York – New York

Schedule
Full‑time

Employee Status
Regular

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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