Qualifications
At Henderson, We're About More Than Just Buildings. We’re a company of problem‑solvers and innovators known for our technical excellence and ability to come up with out‑of‑the‑box solutions. We love the process of bringing buildings to life and are changing the industry by integrating the building design and construction process. As an ESOP, each of our employee‑owners is an essential part of our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people‑first culture and a diverse portfolio of world‑class facilities. We provide total building system design services across multiple high‑growth markets for industry leaders. You’ll get to use your talent to work on projects for some of the biggest names in mission‑critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail sectors.
Position Overview
As a Lead and Senior Mechanical Engineer with a specialization in HVAC design at Henderson Engineers, you will contribute your expertise to our six market sectors, including Venue, Community, Grocery & Distribution, Health, Retail, and Business. Within each sector, we seamlessly integrate our engineering knowledge with the in‑the‑field experience of our sister company, Henderson Building Solutions, to deliver a client experience unlike any other in the industry. Learn more about the facilities included in our sectors on our website: https://www.hendersonengineers.com/expertise/
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively advise and mentor less experienced designers and engineers across teams or practices, providing oversight and technical guidance.
- Takes responsibility for the success of those under their direct supervision.
- Design advanced building systems, prepare design documents, and perform engineering calculations in coordination with project teams and multiple disciplines. They train, mentor, and provide leadership to design staff which may include directly supervising/managing others. Lead Designers are involved in aspects of business development, corporate operations, and risk management activities.
- Lead project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
- Produce solutions to complex engineering problems and complicated design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
- Ensure the production of drawings, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
- Be involved in the development of tools, resources, and company practices.
- Implement and reinforce design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
- Oversee the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process and regular check‑ins. May include providing final reviews for projects under purview.
Lead Level
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of engineering preferred (i.e., mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) and 11 years of relevant experience, or 13 years of experience without a degree required. Professional Engineering (PE) license may be counted toward 1 year of direct experience.
- 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.
- Knowledge of earned value, contracts, and construction processes and methods.
- Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu.
- Advanced proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and HVAC design software (e.g., IESVE, Trane Trace).
Senior Level
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of engineering preferred (i.e., mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) and 15 years of relevant experience. Commensurate experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Professional Engineering (PE) license may be counted toward 1 year of direct experience.
- Expert 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.
- Working knowledge of earned value, contracts, and construction processes and methods.
- Working knowledge of Bluebeam Revu.
- Advanced proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and HVAC design software (e.g., IESVE, Trane Trace).
Preferred Qualifications (Both Lead & Senior)
- Professional Engineering (PE) license.
- Completion of FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation.
- Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides, and standards required. Knowledge applicable to a range of practices, projects, or program types.
Let’s Talk Perks
- Culture: Flexible Work Hours
- Health and Wellness Initiatives
- Receptive and Forward‑Thinking Leadership
- Clear Career Path Options
Benefits
- Industry‑leading 401K match and profit sharing