Senior Mechanical Engineer Lead Designer for Health & Tech

HDR; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the Dallas area to lead mechanical design on complex facilities. You will coordinate a multidisciplinary team, manage client relationships and chair design reviews with engineers, architects, and project managers to ensure compliance and timely delivery.

The role requires a PE license and at least 10 years of mechanical systems experience in commercial or institutional buildings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 10 years of mechanical system design experience in commercial or institutional buildings.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng.) license.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project and AutoCAD.
• Demonstrated leadership, previous team coordination and project management experience.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the work of Mechanical Engineers with a multidisciplinary team throughout project development.
• Establish client relations and participate in meetings related to mechanical systems.
• Assume the mechanical lead on multiple projects.
• Participate in reviews with governing agencies for code compliance.
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites with the PM, PA and other disciplines.
• Coordinate workload across project development to meet schedules.
• Track project finances and adjust efforts to stay on schedule.
• Collaborate with PM, Regional Controller and Regional Director for reviews.
• 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

Microsoft Office

Job description

HDR is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in the Dallas area to lead mechanical design on complex facilities. You will coordinate a multidisciplinary team, manage client relationships and chair design reviews with engineers, architects, and project managers to ensure compliance and timely delivery.

The role requires a PE license and at least 10 years of mechanical systems experience in commercial or institutional buildings.