Senior Mechanical Engineer (Buildings)

HDR, Inc.; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Utah with 10+ years of experience in mechanical system design for commercial or institutional facilities.

The role leads mechanical effort on projects, coordinates multidiscipline teams, and interfaces with clients to ensure design excellence. The position requires a PE license and strong CAD/Project management skills, with a focus on energy efficiency and building performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years in mechanical system design for commercial or institutional buildings.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license recognized by the licensing board for the position location.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project and AutoCAD.
• Experience with an architectural/engineering firm or engineering consultant.
• Active participation in an employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the work of Mechanical Engineers with a multidisciplinary team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish client relations and participate in meetings related to mechanical systems.
• Lead the mechanical design on multiple projects.
• Participate in reviews for code compliance with governing agencies.
• Conduct schematic and contract document sessions at project sites with the PM, PM Architect and other disciplines.
• Coordinate workload to complete documents on schedule.
• Track project financials and align team efforts to schedule.
• Collaborate with Project Manager, Regional Controller and Regional Director for project reviews as needed.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Architectural Engineering (Mechanical emphasis)

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

MS Office

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?

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.

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 the 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 the 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

• Master's degree in Architectural Engineering with Mechanical emphasis
• Healthcare, Science and Technology and/or Civic facilities experience

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-Utah-Salt Lake City Other Locations: United States-Utah-Layton, United States-Utah-Ogden, United States-Utah-Pleasant Grove Industry: Building Engineering Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Building Mechanical Job Posting: Oct 28, 2026

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