Mechanical - Lead/Sr Engineer

Henderson Engineers; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 114,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Stock ownership program

401K match

Paid training

Job summary

Henderson Engineers is seeking Lead and Senior Mechanical Engineers specialized in HVAC design. You will contribute to six market sectors, integrating design with field experience across multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, leading design efforts, and ensuring technical quality while managing schedule and cost. Strong CAD/BIM and HVAC software skills are essential; PE license preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural)
• PE license preferred; counts toward experience
• FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation preferred

Responsibilities

• Mentor and supervise designers and engineers across teams
• Lead project and design efforts from concept to completion
• Ensure drawings, specs, reports meet scope, schedule, cost and quality
• Develop tools, resources and company standards
• Oversee quality reviews and project performance

Skills

Mentoring

Project leadership

Engineering design

Education

PE license

FE exam

LEED accreditation

WELL accreditation

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

IESVE

Trane Trace

Job description

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings

We're about the people, experiences, and longevity of a building. We're a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to provide come up with out-of-the-box solutions when it comes to design and construction. We love the process of bringing buildings to life - and keeping them in shape long after the doors open.

As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.

It's What We Do

We provide total building system design and construction services across multiple high-growth markets throughout the country for industry leaders. You'll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission-critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, and venue.

It's How We're Different

We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We've always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential - both as professionals and individuals. Together, we provide dream up innovative solutions for our clients industry-wide problems, design and construct spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here: https://youtu.be/AIt17t_uJ-A?si=oSMy5zQeUcb_faE3

Position Overview

As a Lead and Senior Mechanical Engineer with a specialization in HVAC design at Henderson Engineers, you will have the opportunity to contribute your expertise to our six market sectors, including Venue, Community, Grocery & Distribution, Health, Retail, and Business. Within each sector, we seamlessly integrate our engineering knowledge with the in-the-field experience of our sister company, Henderson Building Solutions, to deliver a client experience unlike any other in the industry. To learn more about the facilities included in our sectors check out our website: https://www.hendersonengineers.com/expertise/

Multiple Openings: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively advises and mentors less experienced designers and engineers across teams or practices, providing oversight and technical guidance.
• Takes responsibility for the success of those under their direct supervision.
• Designs advanced building systems, prepares design documents, and performs engineering calculations in coordination with project teams and multiple disciplines. They train, mentor, and provide leadership to design staff which may include directly supervising/managing others. Lead Designers are involved in aspects of business development, corporate operations, and risk management activities.
• Leads project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
• Produce solutions to complex engineering problems and complicated design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
• Ensures that production of drawings, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
• Involved in the development of tools, resources, and company practices.
• Implements and reinforces design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
• Oversees the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process and regular check-ins. May include providing final reviews for projects under purview.

Qualifications

Lead Level

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering preferred (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 11 years of relevant experience, or 13 years of experience without degree required. Professional Engineering (PE) license may be counted toward 1 year of direct experience.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards relating to a broad range of practices, projects and/or program types.
• Knowledge of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods.
• 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 relevant field of engineering preferred (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) and 15 years of relevant experience. Commensurate experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Professional Engineering (PE) license may be counted toward 1 year of direct experience.
• Expert knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards relating to a broad range of practices, projects and/or program types.
• Working knowledge of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods.
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam Revu.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and HVAC design software (e.g., IESVE, Trane Trace).

Preferred Qualifications (Both Lead & Senior)

• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Completion of FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards required. Knowledge applicable to a range of practices, project, or program types.

Pay Transparency

Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.

Denver - $113,520 to $198,000

Los Angeles - $119,712 to $208,800

New York City - $125,904 to $219,600

Washington DC - $119,712 to $208,800

Let's Talk Perks

We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.

Culture

• Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)
• Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)
• Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)
• Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new child.)
• 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.)

Benefits

• Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)
• Paid Training for Professional Development (We'll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)
• Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)
• Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We've got you covered.)
• Paid Term Life and Disability (We've got your family covered, too.)
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)
• Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)

More information can be found here - https://www.hendersonengineers.com/careers/.

Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E-Verify program.

Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.

All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.