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Henderson Engineers

Mechanical Engineer Lead

Henderson Engineers, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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About Henderson At Henderson, we’re about more than just buildings. We’re a company of problem‑solvers and innovators known for technical excellence, out‑of‑the‑box solutions, and a people‑first culture. As a fully owned employee‑company (ESOP), each of our employee‑owners is essential to our mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience. We build world‑class facilities across multiple high‑growth markets and collaborate on projects for mission‑critical, higher education, sports, healthcare, grocery, restaurant, and retail leaders.

Responsibilities

Prepare or direct the preparation of design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics, and specifications.

Lead project and design efforts from concept through completion.

Review shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.

Research and recommend feasibility of systems or equipment, evaluating product applications.

Provide solutions to complex engineering problems and design challenges, either directly or in an advisory capacity.

Ensure drawings, specifications, reports, and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.

Advise and mentor less experienced designers and engineers, providing oversight and technical guidance.

Direct technical and administrative staff activities as needed.

Continuously develop personal knowledge and share expertise with the team.

Assist Technical Managers and Directors in establishing goals, policies, objectives, and standards at the practice or sector level.

Participate in the development of tools, resources, and company practices.

Implement and reinforce design and engineering standards.

Oversee project and design quality through review processes and regular check‑ins.

Lead the development and maintenance of relationships with strategic partners and customers to expand business opportunities.

Participate in client, company, and industry events to build professional relationships.

Foster a client‑centric mindset within the team.

Communicate with clients on requirements, scope, and project coordination, maintaining proactive communication throughout the project cycle.

Anticipate and answer questions from clients and architects, acting as a resource for fact‑finding.

Visit job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.

Resolve conflicts involving owners, architects, and contractors as needed.

Perform a range of project management responsibilities in collaboration with experienced project managers.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural engineering preferred, with 11 years of relevant experience, or 13 years of experience without a degree.

Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides, and standards for a broad range of practices and projects (required).

Knowledge of earned value, contracts, and construction processes and methods (required).

Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu (required).

Professional Engineering (PE) license (required).

Completion of the FE exam, LEED or WELL accreditation highly preferred.

High technical aptitude and ability to learn and utilize various systems and processes.

Comfortable with training others on systems and processes.

Effective verbal and written communication skills; clear and concise communication with designers at all levels.

Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

Team‑oriented with willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, leading less experienced designers.

Adaptability 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.

Perks & Culture

Flexible work hours

Casual dress code

Paid volunteer time

Paid parental leave

Health and wellness initiatives

Receptive and forward‑thinking leadership

Clear career path options

Benefits

Industry‑leading 401(k) match and profit sharing

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Paid training for professional development

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive and extensive insurance coverage

Paid term life and disability insurance

Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid time off and sick time off

Financial wellness & coaching program

Legal & EEO Statement 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.

Pay Transparency Individual salaries may be higher or lower than the stated range depending on factors unrelated to the applicant’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can vary from this range based on geographic cost of labor statistical differentials.

Salary Ranges

New York: $112,263 – $194,583

Los Angeles: $106,742 – $185,014

Denver: $101,221 – $175,444

Philadelphia: $101,221 – $175,444

Las Vegas: $96,620 – $167,469

Recruitment Fraud Alert Henderson representatives conduct all email communications exclusively through a company email address that ends with

@hendersonengineers.com

or

@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 or reimburse any expenses prior to employment. If you suspect a recruitment attempt is fraudulent, cease communications. All legitimate job opportunities are posted on our company website’s careers page.

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