Mechanical Engineer - Building Engineering

Overview

HDR BES group in New Jersey is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support mechanical design projects across a variety of building types.

• Support the work of the mechanical design team throughout all project phases ranging from feasibility studies, programming, conceptual design, schematic design, construction documents, construction administration, commissioning, and project close‑out
• Is responsible to coordinate workload to complete project assignments and deliverables on schedule
• Participate in work sessions at project site in conjunction with other disciplines, owners, contractors, and other project stakeholders
• Write and edit mechanical specifications to fit project requirements
• Understand fan and pump curves to properly select equipment for different applications
• Ability to perform psychrometric calculations for analyzing and selecting HVAC systems and equipment
• Develop sections and elevations for complex ductwork and piping areas
• Develop air and water flow diagrams
• Coordinate HVAC and/or plumbing system control requirements and intended modes of operation with controls engineers to develop control diagrams, point lists, and sequences of operation
• Review mechanical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Perform field work and verification of existing conditions where required
• Provide construction administration support by reviewing mechanical and/or plumbing submittals and answering RFIs
• Visit project sites as requested or as contractually required to monitor construction progress and prepare field observation reports

• Experience designing complex and large‑scale healthcare, laboratory, and/or mission‑critical data center facilities
• Proficiency in Revit and Microsoft Office
• Experience using load calculation software, energy modeling software, and manufacturer equipment selection software
• Candidates who reside locally are preferred
• Previous experience with an A/E/C firm

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Previous experience in mechanical system design of commercial or institutional buildings
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience in commercial or institutional facilities
• Computer experience using MS Office, Trane TRACE or similar software, manufacturer selection software
• 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

United States - New Jersey - Pennington

Full‑time

Regular

May 01, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.