Senior Mechanical Engineer

HDR; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design energy-efficient systems for data centers, healthcare, technology campuses and commercial buildings. The role emphasizes collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver optimized mechanical solutions.

You will lead mechanical design, coordinate with other disciplines, manage schedules and budgets, and engage with clients to deliver high-quality, sustainable infrastructure. HDR values employee-ownership and fosters innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 10 years in mechanical system design for commercial or institutional buildings.
• Professional Engineer license (PE) recognized for the position's location.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, MS Project and AutoCAD.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management experience.
• Experience at an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Commitment to the employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the work of mechanical engineers within a multidisciplinary project team.
• Establish client relations and participate in marketing, design and production meetings.
• Lead the mechanical design on projects.
• Participate in code and regulatory reviews with agencies.
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document sessions with project team.
• Coordinate workload to meet project schedules.
• Monitor and manage project financials and resources.
• Collaborate with project managers and regional leaders for reviews.
• Perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

MS Office

MS Project

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

IESVE

Trane TRACE

Job description

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?

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

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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.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of Senior Mechanical Engineer, we’ll count on you to:

• Coordinate the work of mechanical engineers with the balance of a multidiscipline team throughout the entire project's development
• Establish client relations, and participate in marketing, design and production meetings with regard to mechanical systems
• Assume the mechanical lead on many projects
• Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with the Project Manager, Project Architect and other disciplines
• Coordinate workload through the entire project development to complete documents on schedule
• Track the financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust the work efforts with the team to ensure that work is completed within the parameters of the agreed-upon schedule
• Work with the Project Manager, Regional Controller and Regional Director for project reviews with corporate management as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Computer experience utilizing MS Office, IESVE, Trane TRACE, or similar manufacturer selection software
• Revit MEP experience preferred
• Commercial/institutional experience in healthcare, technology/data centers, and/or water-wastewater preferred
• Master’s degree or other advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with mechanical emphasis
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design, LEED, desired but not required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• A minimum of 10 years 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. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project and AutoCAD
• Demonstrated leadership skills, previous team coordination and project management experience
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• 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.

Primary Location:United States-Missouri-Kansas City Other Locations:United States-Kansas-Wichita, United States-Missouri-St Louis Industry:Building Engineering Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Building Mechanical Job Posting:Jul 27, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affiliated Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.