Mechanical Engineer

HDR•Omaha, NE

107d

About The Position

HDR Engineering is seeking a Mechanical/Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its Tech, Media and Telecom practice. The role supports mechanical design for data centers and other mission-critical buildings and infrastructure. The engineer designs projects from start to finish and collaborates with clients, project managers, electrical team members, architects, other engineering disciplines, contractors, marketing members, and other project participants. The work includes developing feasibility reports, construction documents, specifications, and engineering calculations; responding to RFIs; reviewing shop drawings; conducting site investigations; and providing construction administration. The role also calls for mentoring and training younger mechanical engineers and delivering technically excellent design solutions through self-motivation, passion, and leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Previous experience in mechanical system design of commercial or institutional buildings.
Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Experience in commercial or institutional facilities.
Computer experience using MS Office, Trane TRACE or similar software, and manufacturer selection software.
Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm.
Commitment to actively participate in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Architectural Engineering with a Mechanical emphasis.
At least 3 years of experience in mechanical system design of commercial or institutional buildings.
Data center or mission-critical facilities design experience.
Experience and/or interest in sustainable design or LEED; desired but not required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the mechanical design team's work through schematic design development and the contract document phase.
Establish meetings and participate in reviews with governing agencies to address code compliance.
Coordinate workload to complete project documents on schedule.
Conduct work sessions at project sites with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
Review mechanical documents for conflicts with other disciplines.
Write and edit mechanical specifications, and select equipment, mechanical systems, and devices.
Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs, and change orders, and incorporate agreed-upon changes into project documents.
Provide construction contract administration as needed.
Conduct QA/QC reviews of work by Mechanical Project Engineers, Mechanical Project Coordinators, or Mechanical CAD Technicians as needed.
Mentor and train younger mechanical engineers.
Perform other duties as needed.