Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building Engineering

Location:

Pennington, NJ (Primary). Other possible location:
New York, NY.

The HDR BES group is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team.

• Lead 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
  • Write and edit mechanical specifications to fit project requirements
  • Review mechanical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
  • Understand fan and pump curves to properly select equipment for different applications
  • 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 system control requirements and intended modes of operation with controls engineers to develop control diagrams, point lists, and sequences of operation
  • Visit project sites as requested to verify existing conditions or as contractually required to monitor construction progress and prepare field observation reports
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Coordinate workload, complete project assignments and deliverables on schedule
• Conduct virtual / on‑site work sessions for projects in conjunction with other disciplines, owners, clients, contractors, and other project stakeholders including presentations, etc.
• Develop project hours to complete mechanical design documents for RFP’s
• Coordinate and assist affected disciplines with project addenda, RFIs, change proposal requests, and change orders, incorporating agreed‑upon changes into the project documents
• Work with the Project Manager, Regional Controller and Regional Director for project reviews with corporate management as needed

• Open to a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural Engineering with Mechanical Focus
• Understanding of applicable design codes and specification requirements
• Significant experience designing complex and large‑scale laboratory, healthcare facilities and/or data centers
• Proficiency in Revit and Microsoft Office
• Experience using load calculation software, energy modeling software, and manufacturer equipment selection software
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Take ownership of assignments and work both independently and as part of a large project team
• Strong motivation, well organized, and showing professional initiative
• Focused on client outcomes
• Candidate with strong mentoring skills is highly preferred
• Preference is given to local candidates
• Previous experience with an A/E/C firm

• 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