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At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward

HDR is looking for a Senior Data Center Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Engineering Services team in Denver, Colorado. Our team is looking for a candidate to meet the demands of our client base including Science and Technology, Mission Critical and Commercial projects. We are actively seeking candidates with experience within the mission critical environment. This individual should also have a desire to mentor and train younger mechanical engineers. The Senior Data Center Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for leading teams and designing projects from start to finish. This will include coordinating and working closely with clients, project managers, mechanical team members, architects, other engineering disciplines, contractors, marketing members, and all other team members. They will be responsible for developing feasibility reports, construction documents, specifications, engineering calculations, and performing RFI responses, shop drawing reviews, site investigation and overall construction administration. Passion, self-motivation, and strong leadership skills are a must to deliver technically excellent design solutions for our clients. Additional responsibilities include:

Primary Duties:

• Mentoring/Managing:
• Help grow a team that works together to create a collaborative environment that promotes career growth, the production of high-quality construction documents, client satisfaction, and acts as a safety net for each other.
• Coordinate the work of Mechanical Engineers, EITs, and BIM Specialists with the balance of a multidiscipline team throughout the entire project's development.
• Mentor, organize, and facilitate the growth of junior staff.
• Coordinate workload through the entire project development to complete documents on schedule.
• Marketing:
• Establish client relations, and participate in marketing, design, and production meetings regarding mechanical systems.
• Assist Marketing and Business Development groups in developing fee proposals and scope of work documents for HVAC and Plumbing scopes of work.
• Technical:
• Assume the mechanical lead on data center/mission critical projects.
• Work with clients to understand their project specific requirements around reliability, growth increments, first cost versus life cycle costs, sustainability, construction schedules, and future flexibility.
• Providing detailed design and coordination with multidisciplinary team members
• Attending and leading design meetings with other team members
• Conduct schematic, design development, and contract document work sessions in conjunction with the Project Manager, Project Architect, and other disciplines.
• Performing QA/QC review of construction documents, specifications, and technical reports
• Participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance.
• Design support during construction including field observations, submittal & shop drawing review, Request for Information (RFI) support.
• Perform other duties as needed.
• Travel: Some travel to job sites or other HDR offices could be required. This would be communicated in advance to give adequate coordination time with project work and personal life.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or closely related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of consulting engineering experience in the design of high reliability mechanical systems.
• PE
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project and AutoCAD
• Demonstrated leadership skills, previous team coordination and project management experience
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Data Center/Mission Critical experience an architectural/engineering, or engineering consulting firm is desired.
• Strong desire to stay current with the trends of the fast-paced industry of mission critical.
• Working knowledge of the following standards: Uptime Topology standards, ASHRAE TC 9.9, ASHRAE 90.4, and the ISO standards regarding PUE, CUE, and WUE.
• Working knowledge of the following programs: Bluebeam Revu, AFT Fathom (or a similar piping analysis software), a HVAC loads program, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• General knowledge of the inputs required for CFD modeling.
• Working knowledge of Newforma Project Center and/or ProjectWise Document Management Software
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Strongly motivated and showing professional initiative.
• Focused on client outcomes.
• Working knowledge of current industry codes and standards
• Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Technical and specification writing skills.
• NCEES Registration

Professional Development

• Active participation in industry organizations is encouraged. Participation in professional development seminars, courses, workshops, or conferences is encouraged and should be approved in advance of attendance.
• Additional industry certifications are also encouraged such as Uptime ATD.
• Maintain continuing education requirements for any certification or license.

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.