Lead & Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Multiple Sectors

Position Overview

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings – we're about the people, experiences, and potential within them. As a Lead and Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in HVAC design, you will support six market sectors including Business, Community, Grocery & Distribution, Health, Retail, and Venue. You’ll also play a key role in our growing refrigeration design needs. By integrating our engineering expertise with the real-world experience of Henderson Building Solutions, you help deliver an unmatched client experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively advises and mentors less experienced designers and engineers across teams, providing oversight and technical guidance.
• Takes responsibility for the success of team members under direct supervision.
• Designs advanced building systems, prepares design documents, and performs engineering calculations while training and leading design staff.
• Leads project and design efforts from concept through completion.
• Produces solutions to complex engineering problems and challenging design issues, either directly or in an advisory capacity.
• Ensures drawings, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
• Contributes to the development of tools, resources, and company practices.
• Implements and reinforces design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
• Oversees quality reviews and checks to ensure project excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Lead Level: Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field (mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) with 11 years of relevant experience (or 13 years without a degree). A Professional Engineering (PE) license may count toward 1 year of direct experience.
• Advanced proficiency in engineering design, a strong knowledge of the A&E industry, codes, design guides, and standards applicable to various practices and project types.
• Familiarity with earned value management, contracts, and construction processes.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and HVAC design software (e.g., IESVE, Trane Trace).
• Senior Level: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 15 years of relevant experience (or commensurate experience in lieu of a degree). Professional Engineering (PE) license may count toward 1 year of direct experience.
• Expert level knowledge in engineering design, industry standards, and applicable codes. Working knowledge of earned value, contracts, and construction processes is expected.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu, CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit) and HVAC design software (IESVE, Trane Trace) is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Completion of the FE exam, and/or LEED and WELL accreditations
• Advanced knowledge in engineering design, industry codes, and design guides applicable across diverse practices

Benefits & Perks

• Flexible Work Hours – achieve a healthy work/life balance
• Casual Dress Code – be yourself at work
• Paid Volunteer Time – we support community engagement
• Paid Parental Leave – because both parents deserve to be there
• 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
• Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Paid Training for Professional Development
• Performance Bonuses
• Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance
• Paid Term Life and Disability
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time Off
• Financial Wellness & Coaching Program