Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mission Critical

Henderson Companies•Houston, TX

20h

About The Position

A Senior Mechanical Engineer in our Mission Critical practice designs the most complex advanced building systems, prepares design documents and performs engineering calculations in coordination with project teams and multiple disciplines. They solve the most complex engineering problems and train, mentor and provide senior leadership to design staff which may include directly supervising others. Senior Engineers are heavily involved in business development, corporate operations and risk management activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering preferred (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 15 years of relevant experience, or Commensurate experience may be considered in lieu of degree. High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards relating to a broad range of practices, projects and/or program types (required).
Knowledge of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods (required).
Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu (required).
Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with designers at all levels in a clear and concise manner.
Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Team oriented and willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designer.
Adapts to changing work environments, priorities and organizational needs.
Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Ability to give and receive constructive feedback and adjust to coaching.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineering (PE) license highly preferred.
Completion of FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation highly preferred.
High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes.
Comfortability with training others on systems and processes.

Responsibilities

Preparing or directing the preparation of simple to complex design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics and specifications for Hyperscale Data Centers.
Leading project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
Reviewing shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
Performing research and makes recommendations as to the feasibility of systems or equipment.
Evaluates products for their application.
Responsible for producing solutions to complex engineering problems and complicated design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
Ensures that production of drawings, specifications, reports and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements.
Proactively advises and mentors less experienced designers and engineers, providing oversight and technical guidance.
May direct activities of technical and administrative staff.
Strives to continuously develop and expand personal knowledge and the knowledge of others.
Assists Technical Managers and Directors with establishing and implementing goals, policies, objectives and standards at the practice and/or sector level.
Involved in the development of tools, resources and company practices.
Implements and reinforces design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
Oversees the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process and regular check-ins.
May include providing final reviews for projects under purview.
Takes the lead in developing, establishing and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers in support of and to expand business opportunities.
Participates in client, company and/or industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach individually and within their team.
Communicates with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work.
Maintains proactive communication throughout the project cycle.
Anticipates and answers questions from clients and architects.
Acts as a resource to others and directs in fact-finding and/or assists with answering questions.
Visits job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
Resolves conflicts involving owners, architects and contractors as needed.
Performs a range of project management responsibilities in collaboration with experienced project managers.