Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you will help design critical infrastructure for digital‑age facilities such as high‑performance data centers and dynamic commercial environments. Your contributions will support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience.

• Coordinate the work of the mechanical design team through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Coordinate workload to complete the document on schedule
• Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with the Project Manager and other disciplines
• Review mechanical documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Write and edit mechanical specifications, select equipment, mechanical systems and devices
• Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed‑upon changes into the project documents
• Provide construction contract administration as needed
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Mechanical Project Engineers, Mechanical Project Coordinators or Mechanical CAD Technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

• 5-10 years experience in HVAC and plumbing systems design
• Revit MEP experience preferred
• Computer experience utilizing MS Office, IESVE, Trane TRACE, or similar 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
• Commercial/institutional experience in healthcare, technology/data centers, and/or water‑wastewater preferred
• Master’s degree or other advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering with mechanical emphasis
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design, LEED, desired but not required

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Previous experience in mechanical system design of commercial or institutional buildings
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng)
• 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

Primary:
United States – Missouri, Kansas City. Other locations:
Kansas – Wichita;
Missouri – St. Louis.

Full‑time, Regular employee status.

Business Class:
Building Mechanical. Job Posting:
Mar 30, 2026.

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