Lead & Senior Mechanical Engineer - Sectors

At Henderson, we're about more than just buildings – we're about the people, experiences, and potential found inside. We are a company of problem‑solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to come up with out‑of‑the‑box solutions. We love the process of bringing buildings to life and are changing the industry by integrating the building design and construction process.

As an ESOP, each of our employee‑owners plays an essential role in our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people‑first culture and a diverse portfolio of world‑class facilities.

Lead and Senior Mechanical Engineer – HVAC Design at Henderson Engineers. Contribute expertise across six market sectors:
Venue, Community, Grocery & Distribution, Health, Retail, and Business. Work closely with Henderson Building Solutions to deliver a client experience unlike any other in the industry. For details on the sectors, visit:

• Proactively advise and mentor less experienced designers and engineers, providing oversight and technical guidance.
• Take responsibility for the success of those under direct supervision.
• Design advanced building systems, prepare design documents, and perform engineering calculations in coordination with project teams and multiple disciplines. Mentor and lead design staff, sometimes directly supervising others.
• Lead project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
• Produce solutions to complex engineering problems and design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
• Ensure that drawings, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
• Participate in the development of tools, resources, and company practices.
• Implement and reinforce design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
• Oversee the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process and regular check‑ins; provide final reviews for projects under purview.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural engineering preferred; 11 years of relevant experience. 13 years of experience without a degree acceptable. PE license counts toward 1 year of direct experience.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides, and standards for a broad range of practices, projects, and programs.
• Knowledge of earned value, contracts, and construction processes and methods.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit) and HVAC design software (IESVE, Trane Trace).

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural engineering preferred; 15 years of relevant experience. Degree can be substituted with commensurate experience. PE license counts toward 1 year of direct experience.
• Expert knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides, and standards for a broad range of practices, projects, and programs.
• Working knowledge of earned value, contracts, and construction processes and methods.
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam Revu.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Revit) and HVAC design software (IESVE, Trane Trace).

• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Completion of FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation.
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides, and standards applicable to a range of practices, projects, or program types.

• Culture
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Casual Dress Code
  • Paid Volunteer Time
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Health and Wellness Initiatives
  • Receptive and Forward‑Thinking Leadership
  • Clear Career Path Options
• Benefits
  • Industry‑leading 401(k) match and profit sharing
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Paid Training for Professional Development
  • Performance Bonuses
  • Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance
  • Paid Term Life and Disability
  • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Time off
  • Financial Wellness & Coaching Program

Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E‑Verify program.

Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.

All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process, including verifications and background checks as required for employment.