Lead Mechanical Engineer & Team Mentor

HDR; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Team Lead in Wichita, KS to supervise a diverse team of engineers, EITs, and designers. The role emphasizes technical excellence, mentorship, and growth within HDR’s nationwide Mechanical Business Class.

You will lead design efforts, manage projects, and collaborate with market sector leadership to drive quality in commercial, civic, industrial, federal, and other sectors. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in mechanical engineering roles.
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Good leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide team leadership with focus on technical excellence, quality, recruiting, mentoring, and staff development.
• Function as design lead and/or engineering project manager for key projects.
• Collaborate with mechanical market sector leadership to ensure technical excellence across markets.
• Assist the Mechanical Business Class Leader in recruitment and growth of the business class.
• Work with HDR Mechanical Business Class network to share work and develop the practice.
• Implement, monitor, and support company policy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Team management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

HDR is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Team Lead in Wichita, KS to supervise a diverse team of engineers, EITs, and designers. The role emphasizes technical excellence, mentorship, and growth within HDR’s nationwide Mechanical Business Class.

You will lead design efforts, manage projects, and collaborate with market sector leadership to drive quality in commercial, civic, industrial, federal, and other sectors. Strong leadership and communication are essential.