HDR, Inc.
Overview
HDR is looking for a Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our Building Engineering Services team in Charlotte. In the role of Principal Mechanical Engineer, we'll count on you to:
Demonstrate exceptional leadership and set the standard of practice for a particular area of expertise within HDR
Serve as a senior technical advisor to multiple projects involving complex technical challenges
Drive outstanding project delivery and support successful team performance, particularly for projects involving complex multi-disciplinary teams
Work to establish a quality culture and support innovative solutions to drive design and technical excellence across the organization
Mentor and develop other professionals within area of expertise to elevate an area of practice across HDR
Attract highly qualified candidates to join HDR to grow and strengthen the practice
Establish client relationships and work with teams to identify and win opportunities to grow the practice across HDR
Serve as a thought leader for area of expertise to elevate the capabilities of HDR and its professionals
Represent HDR through participation in professional community to build HDR's reputation as a world-class provider of professional services
Due to client contract requirements, U.S. citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Willingness to write and publish technical mechanical design-based articles/papers or be a technical mechanical design presenter on behalf of HDR and the Building Engineering Services Business Group
Master's degree in Engineering
Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm
Local candidates are preferred
*LI-SM1
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
A minimum of 20 years of experience
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Extensive experience in project execution
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard design software.
Must be comfortable being viewed as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design and have proven background of technical leadership on these types of project
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Job Details
Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte
Industry: Building Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Building Mechanical
Job Posting: Sep 10, 2025
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Demonstrate exceptional leadership and set the standard of practice for a particular area of expertise within HDR
Serve as a senior technical advisor to multiple projects involving complex technical challenges
Drive outstanding project delivery and support successful team performance, particularly for projects involving complex multi-disciplinary teams
Work to establish a quality culture and support innovative solutions to drive design and technical excellence across the organization
Mentor and develop other professionals within area of expertise to elevate an area of practice across HDR
Attract highly qualified candidates to join HDR to grow and strengthen the practice
Establish client relationships and work with teams to identify and win opportunities to grow the practice across HDR
Serve as a thought leader for area of expertise to elevate the capabilities of HDR and its professionals
Represent HDR through participation in professional community to build HDR's reputation as a world-class provider of professional services
Due to client contract requirements, U.S. citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Willingness to write and publish technical mechanical design-based articles/papers or be a technical mechanical design presenter on behalf of HDR and the Building Engineering Services Business Group
Master's degree in Engineering
Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm
Local candidates are preferred
*LI-SM1
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering
A minimum of 20 years of experience
Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
Extensive experience in project execution
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard design software.
Must be comfortable being viewed as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design and have proven background of technical leadership on these types of project
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Job Details
Primary Location: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte
Industry: Building Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Building Mechanical
Job Posting: Sep 10, 2025
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