Mechanical Designer/EIT

HDR, Inc.; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 61,100 - 94,875; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Design Coordinator in Pennington, NJ. The successful candidate will coordinate mechanical aspects of various projects, write specifications, and prepare HVAC and plumbing design documents. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and strong computer skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range between $61,100 and $94,875 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Must be an active participant in the employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mechanical aspects of projects.
• Write and edit mechanical specifications.
• Prepare construction documents for HVAC and plumbing design.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Mechanical design

HVAC systems

Education

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Architectural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Trane TRACE

Job description

Overview

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? Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story. Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Mechanical Design Coordinator, we’ll count on you to:

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 mechanical equipment selections
• Prepare construction documents for HVAC and plumbing design of buildings, including drawings, specifications and reports
• Work independently on small projects, 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 requiring field inspections and conflict resolution
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master\'s degree in Architectural Engineering with Mechanical emphasis
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate
• Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Designer" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression.
• Healthcare, Science and Technology and/or Civic facilities experience
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• Local candidates preferred

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

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.

Compensation & Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles are eligible for limited benefits.) New Jersey: $61,100 - $94,875 yearly

Primary Location: United States-New Jersey-Pennington

Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Building Mechanical

Job Posting: Apr 29, 2026