Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE) - Buildings

HDR; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 127,820 - 207,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time away

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Folsom, California. The role involves leading mechanical and plumbing design, conducting QA/QC, and collaborating with various disciplines on project compliance. Ideal candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in mechanical system design and a PE license. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and values inclusivity in the workplace. The expected compensation is between $127,820 and $207,500 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in mechanical system design of commercial buildings.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license required.
• Experience with architectural/engineering consulting firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assume the mechanical lead on various projects.
• Conduct QA/QC on work of other Mechanical Engineers.
• Review mechanical and plumbing documents for conflicts.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project Management

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office

Proficiency in Revit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Trane Trace3D

IESVE

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.

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

• Assume the mechanical lead and be the Mechanical and Plumbing Engineer of Record (EOR) on many projects.
• Assume the mechanical lead and lead and coordinate mechanical and plumbing design through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project.
• Establish client relations, and participate in the marketing, design and production meetings with regard to mechanical systems.
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance.
• Coordinate workload to complete the documents on schedule.
• Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
• Review mechanical and plumbing documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines.
• Write and edit mechanical and plumbing specifications and select mechanical and plumbing equipment, systems, and devices.
• Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents.
• Provide construction contract administration as needed.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Mechanical Project Engineers, Mechanical Project Coordinators, or Mechanical CAD/BIM Technicians as needed.
• 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.
• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum ten (10) years' experience in mechanical and plumbing system design for federal, commercial, and/or institutional facilities
• Water/Wastewater, Science and Technology, Hospitality, and/or Finance facilities experience is a plus
• Project Management experience is a plus
• Proficiency in Revit, Trane Trace3D, IESVE, or similar software
• Experience in sustainable design/LEED desired, but not required
• Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• A minimum of 10 years in mechanical system design of commercial or institutional buildings
• 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $127,820 to $207,500 and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Primary Location

United States-California-Walnut Creek

Other Locations

United States-California-Folsom

Industry

Building Engineering

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass

Building Mechanical

Job Posting

Feb 24, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative 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.