Mechanical Engineer

HDR, a fully employee‑owned engineering firm, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Engineering Services Business Group in either the Walnut Creek or Folsom, CA offices. The role focuses on mechanical (HVAC and plumbing) design across a diverse set of markets including technology, education, healthcare, water/wastewater, municipal, industrial, power, and federal projects.

• Assume the mechanical lead and serve as the Mechanical and/or Plumbing Designer of Record (DOR) on small to mid‑sized data center, federal, and water/wastewater projects.
• Coordinate the mechanical design team through schematic design development and contract document phases.
• Establish client relations and participate in marketing, design, and production meetings regarding mechanical systems.
• Coordinate with governing agencies to ensure code compliance.
• Schedule workload to deliver documents on time.
• Conduct site work sessions with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
• Review mechanical and plumbing drawings for conflicts with other disciplines.
• Write and edit mechanical and plumbing specifications; select equipment, systems, and devices.
• Assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs, and change orders, incorporating agreed‑upon changes.
• Provide construction contract administration as needed.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other engineers and technicians.
• Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• California Mechanical Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum four (4) years’ experience designing mechanical and plumbing systems for federal, commercial, and/or institutional facilities.
• Experience with data center facility design and/or construction.
• Experience with water/wastewater, science and technology, hospitality, or finance facilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit, IESVE, Trane Trace3D, or similar software.
• Experience in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required.
• Project Management experience.
• Preference given to local candidates; in‑person office culture required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Prior experience designing mechanical systems for commercial or institutional buildings.
• Professional Engineering license recognized by the state where the position is offered (PE or P.Eng).
• Experience with commercial or institutional facilities.
• Computer skills using MS Office, Trane TRACE, and manufacturer selection software.
• Prior experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
• Commitment to active participation in an employee‑owned, inclusive culture.

• Medical, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability, and life insurance.
• Employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive salary range: $88,550.00 – $ annually, based on experience, education, and location.

United States – California – Folsom or Walnut Creek.

Full‑time, regular employee status, Building Mechanical business class.

HDR is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.