Lead Mechanical Engineer
hdrHouston (TX)
About the role
Overview:
As Lead Mechanical Engineer in HDR's Industrial team, you will guide mechanical design and project execution for hydrocarbon storage, transport, and evolving renewables. You’ll lead multiple projects, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure on-time, budget-conscious delivery. You’ll shape facility upgrades and new builds while engaging clients and contributing to HDR’s employee-owned culture. This role blends technical leadership with cross-functional collaboration to drive industrial innovation and sustainable infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
Lead mechanical design on multiple projects, delegating workload to meet schedules Coordinate mechanical work with multi-discipline teams through project development Produce P&IDs, piping plans, and isometrics; generate design drawings Perform calculations: equipment sizing, hydraulics, stress analysis, venting/relief sizing Provide procurement support: equipment specs, construction standards, vendor bid evaluations Travel for site inspections, client reviews, and field support during install/start-up Conduct feasibility studies and conceptual design evaluations Lead client design reviews and capture decisions and scope changes Collaborate with management/BD to prepare proposals including scope, manpower, and schedule Assist PMs in managing scope and avoiding creep; keep projects within budget and schedule Participate in project reviews with regional and corporate management Oversee engineering across disciplines (electrical, I&C, structural, civil, mechanical) for package integrity and updates Perform Project Manager duties for small capital projects Perform other duties as needed
Key requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Minimum 7 years of experience Professional registration, license, or certification may be required based on role Strong communication and listening skills Ability to handle multiple assignments Good leadership and organizational skills Active participant in an employee-owned culture strong communication leadership organizational skills mechanical design P&IDs, piping plans, isometrics equipment sizing
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