Sr Mechanical Engineer

Job Opportunity At DPR

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary: Responsible for the development of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout all phases of project design under reduced supervision. Assists in developing mechanical system designs and analytical models using working knowledge of applicable codes and standards. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, constructible mechanical solutions. Leads assigned construction administration activities and supports project execution through technical coordination, scope management, and risk evaluation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assists in the management and production of mechanical drawings, specifications, and calculations throughout the design lifecycle from conceptual design through construction documents under reduced supervision.
• Supports review of mechanical deliverables to ensure scope, quality, and coordination standards are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develops mechanical system designs for HVAC, piping, hydronic, and equipment systems using working knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Leads construction administration activities in collaboration with managers, including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and conducting site visits.
• Utilizes CAD and modeling tools to create and review coordinated 2D drawings and 3D mechanical models.
• Assists project managers with cost tracking, scope management, and technical risk evaluation related to mechanical systems.
• Participates in professional development and supports implementation of technical and process improvements.

Education Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience: 6+ years of experience in mechanical engineering required.

Certifications and Licenses: Professional Engineer (PE) license required. NCEES record for licensure maintenance preferred.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.