Mechanical Designer / EIT

Position Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. Every role makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate mechanical aspects of commercial or institutional projects
• Perform routine mechanical engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures
• Write and edit mechanical specifications, and select mechanical systems and devices
• Utilize engineering software to develop HVAC loads, energy analysis and size/select mechanical equipment
• Prepare construction documents for HVAC and plumbing design of buildings, including drawings, specifications and reports
• Assist in the development, production, and issuance of BIM documentation using the necessary Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software
• Work independently on small projects and/or assist more-senior engineers on larger projects
• Supervise work of Mechanical CAD Technicians and coordinate design of assigned projects with architectural staff and other engineering disciplines
• Take responsibility for construction contract administration including shop drawing review, request for information (RFI) review, field inspections, and conflict resolution
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Trane TRACE or similar software, and equipment selection software)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architectural Engineering with Mechanical emphasis
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• Healthcare, Science and Technology and/or Civic facilities experience
• Revit experience is required
• Previous HVAC experience
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• Strong communication skills, self-motivated, organized, detail oriented, flexible, and able to work both independently and within a project team
• Teachable with a willingness to be mentored by senior-level mechanical engineers
• Local candidates preferred

Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Mechanical Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.