Senior Mechanical Engineer

HDR, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the United States (Missouri–Kansas City) to lead mechanical design within a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality, sustainable building systems. You will coordinate engineers, manage projects and interact with clients throughout design and construction phases.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of experience in commercial or institutional building systems, a PE license, and proficiency with AutoCAD, MS Office and MS Project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• At least 10 years of mechanical system design experience for commercial or institutional buildings.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent recognized by the local licensing board.
• Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and AutoCAD is expected.
• Experience in an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm is preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and project-management capabilities.
• Active participation in a employee-owned culture is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the work of mechanical engineers within a multidisciplinary team.
• Establish client relations and participate in meetings regarding mechanical systems.
• Lead mechanical aspects on multiple projects.
• Participate in code compliance reviews with governing agencies.
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document sessions on-site with PM and other disciplines.
• Coordinate workload to complete documents on schedule across projects.
• Track project finances and align team efforts to meet schedules.
• Collaborate with Project Manager, Regional Controller and Regional Director for project reviews.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

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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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, ProjectArchitect 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 theparameters 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

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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

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 Affirmitve Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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