Senior Mechanical Engineer

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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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

In the role of Senior Mechanical Engineer, we’ll count on you to:

• Coordinate the work of mechanical engineers with the balance of a multidiscipline team throughout the entire project's development
• Assess and design wide range on HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial and industrial projects
• Establish client relations, and participate in marketing, design and production meetings with regard to mechanical systems
• Assume the mechanical lead on many projects
• Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with the Project Manager, Project Architect and other disciplines
• Coordinate workload through the entire project development to complete documents on schedule
• Track the financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust the work efforts with the team to ensure that work is completed within the parameters of the agreed-upon schedule
• Work with the Project Manager, Regional Controller and Regional Director for project reviews with corporate management as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering with Mechanical emphasis
• Bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering with mechanical emphasis
• Revit MEP experience preferred
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required
• 10+ years experience in HVAC and plumbing system design
• Commercial/institutional experience in healthcare a plus
• Computer experience utilizing MS Office, Trane TRACE or similar software, manufacturer selection software

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

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Missouri-Kansas City

Other Locations: United States-Kansas-Wichita, United States-Missouri-St Louis, United States-Missouri-Springfield

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Part-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Building Mechanical

Job Posting: Sep 19, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer ( We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Industries: Civil Engineering, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Architecture and Planning