Lead Mechanical Engineer

Henderson Engineers

Lead Mechanical Engineer responsible for designing advanced building systems and mentoring the engineering staff. Engaged in project management and maintaining client relations.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeBentonville • Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudSDLCSQLUnity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designs advanced building systems
Prepares design documents and performs engineering calculations
Trains and mentors design staff
Leads project and design efforts
Reviews shop drawings for conformance
Responsible for solutions to engineering problems
Ensures quality of drawings, specifications, reports, and analyses
Advises and mentors less experienced designers
Develops relationships with strategic partners
Participates in client communications and project cycles
Visits job sites to verify conditions and observe progress

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) and 9 years of relevant experience or 10 years of experience with high school diploma or equivalent is required.
PE license required and may be counted toward 1 year of relevant experience.
Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) required.
Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
Certifications and accreditations aligned with sustainability backgrounds (e.g., CDP, LEED, WELL, etc.) preferred.
Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards relating to a broad range of practices, projects and/or program types required.
Knowledge of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods required.
Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu required.
High technical aptitude: ability to learn, understand and utilize various systems and processes. Comfortability with training others on systems and processes.
Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate with designers at all levels in a clear and concise manner.
Effective critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Team oriented and willingness and ability to function in a highly collaborative environment, in group projects and leading less experienced designers. Ability to also work independently as needed.
Adapts 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.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.
Must be a self-starter, proactive and willing to teach, manage and/or help others as needed.
Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Advanced building systems design
Leadership and mentoring opportunities
Project development involvement