Mechanical Engineer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day, fostering a culture of inclusion throughout our company and communities.

HDR is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our Building Engineering Services Business Group located in Chicago, IL. Our team is an integrated facility and infrastructure design team with core services in Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Structural and Site Civil Engineering. We work in markets including Tech/Media/Telecom, Commercial Real Estate, Healthcare, Science and Technology, Industrial, Water, and Federal, with a major focus on Mission Critical buildings and infrastructure.

We have an industry-leading focus on sustainable design and energy conservation.

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for the production of design drawings, calculations and specifications. This role involves working with clients and the local engineering community, collaborating with the BES Business Group Manager and Mechanical Section Manager to build strong external and internal client relationships, and participating in marketing and project planning. The position also entails representing HDR to the local industry.

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• Coordinate the work of the mechanical design team through schematic design, development, and contract document phases of a project
• Establish meetings and participate in reviews with governing agencies for code compliance
• Coordinate workload to complete 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; select equipment, systems and devices
• Coordinate with affected disciplines on addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders, and incorporate changes into project documents
• Provide construction contract administration as needed
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Mechanical Engineers, Coordinators or CAD Technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering with Mechanical emphasis or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical system design for commercial or institutional buildings
• Experience in heavy manufacturing, data centers, and/or facilities
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED (desirable but not required)
• Computer experience using MS Office, Trane TRACE or similar software, and manufacturer selection software
• Experience in commercial or institutional facilities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Previous experience in mechanical system design for commercial or institutional buildings
• Professional Engineer license (PE or P.Eng) recognized by the licensing board for the position’s location
• Experience in commercial or institutional facilities
• Computer experience using MS Office, Trane TRACE or similar software
• Experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• Active participation in HDR’s employee-owned culture

HDR is our company. We build on each other’s life experiences to make great things possible every day, shaping our collaborative culture and connecting us closer to clients and communities we serve. As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work each day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) foster belonging and a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location
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United States-Illinois-Chicago

Schedule
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Full-time

Employee Status
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Regular

Business Class
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Building Mechanical

Job Posting
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Aug 15, 2025

Equal Opportunity HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to employment equity and consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Ready to learn more? Let’s work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world’s greatest challenges and are always looking for great talent to join our global teams.