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?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
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 the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
HDR is looking for a Mechanical Engineering Coordinator/EIT candidate to join our Building Engineering Services Business Group in Northern California. This position includes engineering tasks with varying levels of complexity, which are assigned by a Mechanical Engineer or Project Manager. The Coordinator/EIT may work independently on small tasks and may assist senior engineers on larger, more complex projects. The design projects this individual will support include a variety of market sectors: Technology, Corporate/Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Water/Wastewater, Municipal, Industrial, Power, and Federal. As a Mechanical Coordinator/EIT, your responsibilities under the direction of a Mechanical Engineer will include:
Perform routine HVAC/mechanical and plumbing engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures Work independently on small HVAC/mechanical and plumbing design projects or assist more-senior engineers on larger HVAC/mechanical and plumbing design projects through the schematic design development and contract document phase of a project. Coordinate workload to complete the documents on schedule. Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations Assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications. Work with HVAC and plumbing vendors to select mechanical and plumbing equipment, systems, and devices. Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables Review mechanical and plumbing documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines. Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders, and take responsibility to incorporate agreed-upon changes into the project documents. Provide construction contract administration as needed. Give direction to clerical and technical personnel as needed. Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate Candidates hired without their EIT will have the title of "Coordinator" and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression. Experience in sustainable design/LEED desired, but not required Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm Recent graduates will be considered Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit, Trane Trace3D, or similar software Project Management experience is a plus Experience using IESVE Calculation Software Construction administration experience is a plus Preference given to local candidates
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor 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 of our employee-owned culture is a must
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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. The expected compensation range for this position is $68,640.00 - $109,106.00 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.
Primary Location
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United States-California-Folsom
Other Locations
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United States-California-Walnut Creek
Industry
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Building Engineering
Schedule
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Full-time
Employee Status
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Regular
BusinessClass
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Building Mechanical
Job Posting
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Nov 12, 2025 |
HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
Nov 13, 2025