Mechanical EIT/Designer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story. Each role at HDR makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures—it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. Our team brings together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration.

About the role

In the role of Mechanical EIT/Designer, you will:

• Be a contributing team member of the BES mechanical engineering section in the New England region, focusing on the design of mechanical systems including HVAC and Plumbing Systems.
• Contribute with basic knowledge and execution of mechanical engineering design concepts, principles, best practices, code compliance, and design guidelines, while growing your expertise.
• Support the mechanical design team throughout all project phases: feasibility studies, programming, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documents, construction administration, commissioning, and project close-out.
• Develop full design packages, including basis of design (calculations, code summaries, owner input), construction drawings, and specifications.
• Create sections/elevations for complex equipment, ductwork, and piping areas, and complete airside and waterside system flow diagrams.
• Develop an understanding of fan and pump curves to properly select equipment for different applications.
• Apply psychrometric calculations for analyzing and selecting HVAC systems and equipment.
• Familiarize yourself with HVAC and plumbing system control requirements and intended modes of operation; support the development of control diagrams, point lists, and sequences of operation.
• Evaluate mechanical equipment sizing and assist with acquiring equipment selections from manufacturer representatives.
• Visit project sites to analyze/verify existing conditions, monitor construction progress, and prepare field observation reports.
• Work independently on small projects or assist senior engineers on larger projects.
• Develop HVAC building loads using IES VE, Trane Trace 3D, or other building loads calculation programs.
• Support life cycle cost analysis (LCCA) reports to select the most cost-effective building envelope and MEP systems; evaluate energy modeling inputs and outputs for accuracy.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or ability/expectation to obtain it for career progression. (Candidates without EIT will be titled “Mechanical Designer.”)
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in the A/E consulting industry or relevant internship/co-op experience (3 years preferred).
• Experience designing HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial and/or institutional buildings.
• Understanding of sustainable building design, including certifications such as LEED AP and/or WELL AP.
• Experience supporting designs for healthcare, education, science and technology, and civic/government projects.
• Experience using IES VE energy modeling software and mechanical manufacturer equipment selection software.
• Preference given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Trane TRACE or similar software, and equipment selection software).
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time away, parental leave, and holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) foster inclusion and support, with executive sponsorship and open participation for all employees.

Pay

Expected compensation range for this position depends on skills, experience, education, and location:

• Boston: $68,124–$104,640

Schedule

Full-time, regular employee status.

Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston