Henderson Building Solutions

Mechanical Designer/Engineer - Lead/Senior - HBS

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At Henderson, We're About More Than Just Buildings

We're about the people, experiences, and potential found inside. 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 we're changing the industry by integrating the building design and construction process.

As an ESOP, each of our employee-owners are 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 diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.

It's What We Do

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 within the sectors we serve in business, community, grocery, health, retail, & venue.

It's How We're Different

We're about more than just buildings. We're about you. You, and the hundreds of passionate employee-owners who make us who we are. We’ve always been committed to providing an inclusive workplace where people can bring their full self to work and helps people reach their full potential – both as professionals and individuals. Together, we dream up innovative solutions for industry-wide problems, design spaces that become landmarks, and toast the good life at our happy hours. Take a peek into what makes us different here: https://youtu.be/AIt17t_uJ-A?si=oSMy5zQeUcb_faE3

So, what will you be doing all day? You would join us as a Lead/Sr Mechanical Designer/Engineer working on things like...

  • Prepares or directs the preparation of simple to complex design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics and specifications.
  • Leads project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
  • Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
  • Performs 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.

We'd love for you to apply for this position if you...

  • Bachelor's degree in 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 degree 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).
  • 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.
  • 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.

Let's Talk Perks

We take care of our people. As a Henderson employee, you'll enjoy some pretty awesome perks. Trust us, your friends will all have work envy.

Culture

Flexible Work Hours (Because we all need to balance work and life.)

Casual Dress Code (Be yourself, please.)

Paid Volunteer Time (We literally pay you to volunteer.)

Paid Parental Leave (Because we know both parents deserve to be there for a new baby.)

Health and Wellness Initiatives (Get Fit and Stay Fit.)

Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership (Our doors are always open.)

Clear Career Path Options (We want you to excel.)

Benefits

Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing (When the company succeeds, we all share in that success.)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (Yes, our employees are the owners.)

Paid Training for Professional Development (We’ll pay for the time you take getting better at what you do.)

Performance Bonuses (When you do well, we reward you for your work.)

Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance (We’ve got you covered.)

Paid Term Life and Disability (We’ve got your family covered, too.)

Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts (We'll help you take advantage of tax savings.)

Paid Time Off and Sick Time off (Take a break. You deserve it!)

Financial Wellness & Coaching Program (Financial security makes you a happier team member.)

More information can be found here - https://www.hendersonengineers.com/careers/ .

Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E-Verify program.

Applicants for positions with Henderson Engineers/Henderson Building Solutions must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of eligibility will be required at the time of commencement of employment.

All offers will be contingent upon completion of the hiring process including verifications and background checks as required for employment.

To all recruitment agencies: Henderson does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Henderson without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Henderson. Please, no phone calls or emails.

NOTICE TO CANDIDATES: RECRUITMENT FRAUD ALERT

Henderson representatives conduct all email communications exclusively through a company email address that ends with @hendersonengineers.com, @hendersonbuilding.com. We extend offers of employment only after a comprehensive interview process and will never ask you for a payment of any sort nor offer one for any reason. Henderson will not ask any applicant to purchase equipment, nor offer to reimburse any applicant for expenses incurred prior to employment. We will not request personal information until a legitimate offer of employment has been extended. If you suspect a recruitment attempt is fraudulent, you should cease communications. You may contact us at recruiting@hendersonengineers.com to verify whether a recruitment contact is legitimate. All legitimate job opportunities are posted on our company website’s careers page.

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  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology
  • Industries

    Construction

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