Mechanical Engineer - Building Engineering

HDR, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 96,600 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Boston is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design of critical infrastructure across all project phases. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to sustainable design and energy conservation initiatives.

Responsibilities include coordinating work with the mechanical design team, developing ductwork and piping layouts, performing psychrometric calculations, and reviewing submittals during construction. Local candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience designing healthcare, laboratory, or data center facilities.
• Proficient in BIM tools and energy modeling software.
• Knowledge of HVAC load calculations and equipment selection.
• Local candidates preferred and able to work on site in Boston.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical design across all project phases from feasibility to close-out.
• Coordinate workload to meet schedules and deliverables.
• Participate in project site work with other disciplines and stakeholders.
• Develop ductwork and piping layouts and air/water diagrams.
• Review documents and RFIs, and support field observations.

Skills

Healthcare facility design

Laboratory facility design

Data center facility design

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Local candidates preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Architectural Engineering with mechanical emphasis

Tools

MS Office

IES VE / energy load modeling

REVIT / BIM

Load calculation software

Energy modeling software

Equipment selection software

Job description

Job Summary

HDR's Building Engineering Services Group (BES) in Boston is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design of critical infrastructure across all project phases. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and contributing to sustainable design and energy conservation initiatives.

Primary Duties

• Support the work of the mechanical design team throughout all project phases ranging from feasibility studies, programming, conceptual design, schematic design, construction documents, construction administration, commissioning, and project close-out
• Coordinate workload to complete project assignments and deliverables on schedule
• Participate in work sessions at project site in conjunction with other disciplines, owners, contractors, and other project stakeholders
• Write and edit mechanical specifications to fit project requirements
• Understand fan and pump curves to properly select equipment for different applications
• Perform psychrometric calculations for analyzing and selecting HVAC systems and equipment
• Develop sections and elevations for complex ductwork and piping areas
• Develop air and water flow diagrams
• Coordinate HVAC and/or plumbing system control requirements with controls engineers to develop control diagrams, point lists, and sequences of operation
• Review mechanical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Perform field work and verification of existing conditions where required
• Provide construction administration support by reviewing mechanical and/or plumbing submittals and answering RFIs
• Visit project sites as requested or as contractually required to monitor construction progress and prepare field observation reports

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing complex and large-scale healthcare, laboratory, and/or mission critical data center facilities
• Computer experience using MS Office, IES VE or similar HVAC load and performance software, REVIT/BIM modeling software
• Experience using load calculation software, energy modeling software, and manufacturer equipment selection software
• Candidates who reside locally are preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with a mechanical emphasis
• Previous experience in mechanical system design of commercial or institutional buildings
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng)
• Experience in commercial or institutional facilities
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, tuition reimbursement, and a compensation range of $96,600–$138,000 for full‑time regular positions in Boston, MA. Temporary and part‑time roles are eligible for limited benefits.

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States