Mid & Experienced Mechanical Design Engineer - Multiple Sectors

Position Overview

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings – we're about the people, experiences, and potential found inside. As an ESOP, our employee-owners are essential to our mission of leading the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. We provide total building system design services across multiple high-growth markets for industry leaders, integrating design and construction processes to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
As a mid to experienced Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in HVAC design at Henderson Engineers, you will contribute your expertise across six market sectors – Business, Community, Grocery & Distribution, Health, Retail, and Venue – while also supporting our growing refrigeration design needs. Leveraging our in‐the‐field experience with Henderson Building Solutions, you will help deliver a client experience unlike any other.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs calculations and designs basic to advanced engineering systems with a high degree of independence.
• Prepares basic to advanced mechanical system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
• Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Performs research and makes recommendations regarding the feasibility of systems or equipment, evaluating products for their application.
• Assists with developing, establishing, and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers in support of business development and pursuit activities.
• Proactively seeks opportunities for continuous learning and familiarization with industry software, including Revit, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office products.
• May support or be responsible for project coordination activities such as managing emails, coordinating scope and schedule, attending client meetings, ensuring project quality, responding to client queries, and coordinating project delivery.
• Acts as a resource for training or assisting colleagues as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Mid Level: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of engineering (e.g., mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) preferred and 3 years of relevant experience, or 5 years without a degree. Professional Engineering (PE) license may count toward 1 year of direct experience.
• Mid Level: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Bluebeam Revu.
• Mid Level: Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and HVAC design software (e.g., IESVE, Trane Trace).
• Experienced Level: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of engineering (e.g., mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) preferred and 7 years of relevant experience, or 9 years without a degree. Professional Engineering (PE) license may count toward 1 year of direct experience.
• Experienced Level: Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Bluebeam Revu.
• Experienced Level: Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and HVAC design software (e.g., IESVE, Trane Trace).

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Completion of FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry codes, design guides, and standards with applicability across various practices, projects, or programs.

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
• Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
• Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
• Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
• Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)
• Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)
• Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)
• Benefits: Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
• Benefits: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
• Benefits: Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
• Benefits: Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
• Benefits: Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)
• Benefits: Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)
• Benefits: Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
• Benefits: Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
• Benefits: Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)