Mechanical Engineer

Primary Responsibilities:

HDR's Mechanical Engineer will support 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; participate in work sessions at project sites in conjunction with other disciplines, owners, contractors, and other project stakeholders; assist senior engineers by conducting analyses to develop design options or recommendations, and assist in the preparation of cost estimates;

perform psychrometric calculations for analyzing and selecting HVAC systems and equipment; understand fan and pump curves to properly select equipment for different applications; select and schedule equipment and devices for mechanical systems, working with equipment vendors to obtain equipment selections when necessary; 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;

write and edit mechanical specifications to fit project requirements; review mechanical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines; coordinate workload to complete tasks on schedule; perform field work and verification of existing conditions where required; visit project sites as requested or as contractually required to monitor construction progress and prepare field observation reports; provide construction administration support by reviewing mechanical submittals and answering RFIs;

coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with project addenda, RFIs, and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents; and give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed. HDR's Mechanical Engineer will work independently on small projects and assist more senior engineers on larger projects.

• A Master's Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline and 6 months of experience in mechanical engineering or a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline and 2 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Education must include coursework in Heat Transfer, Thermodynamics, Fluid Dynamics, and Power Plant Engineering. Work experience may substitute for coursework.
• Required experience may include professional, internship, or university research or teaching experience.
• Must be proficient in Revit.
• 1 to 2 weeks domestic travel in total per year.
• Accepting licensed and unlicensed candidates. Professional Engineer licensure is not a prerequisite for this position.
• All HDR positions in the US may be subject to background checks and/or pre‑employment drug testing.

1800 American Blvd, Suite 100, Pennington, NJ 08534.

HDR provides 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 $92,092 to $171,028.