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About the Role

Henderson Engineers is seeking Lead and Senior Fire Engineers to design advanced building systems, prepare design documents, and perform engineering calculations. These roles involve training and mentoring design staff, and participating in business development, corporate operations, and risk management activities.

Responsibilities

Prepares or directs the preparation of simple to complex design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics and specifications.
Leads project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
Performs research and makes recommendations as to the feasibility of systems or equipment.
Evaluates products for their application.
Responsible for producing solutions to complex engineering problems and complicated design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
Ensures that production of drawings, specifications, reports and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements.
Proactively advises and mentors less experienced designers and engineers, providing oversight and technical guidance.
Takes responsibility for the success of those under their supervision.
Makes recommendations on project staffing.
May direct activities of technical and administrative staff.
Strives to continuously develop and expand personal knowledge and the knowledge of others.
Assists Technical Managers and directors with establishing and implementing goals, policies, objectives and standards at the practice and/or sector level.
Involved in the development of tools, resources and company practices.
Implements and reinforces design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
Oversees the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process and regular check-ins.
Takes the lead in developing, establishing and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers in support of and to expand business opportunities.
Participates in client, company and/or industry events to build and maintain professional relationships.
Fosters a client-centric mindset and approach individually and within their team.
Communicates with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work.
Maintains proactive communication throughout the project cycle.
Anticipates and answers questions from clients and architects.
Acts as a resource to others and directs in fact-finding and/or assists with answering questions.
Visits job sites to verify existing conditions and observe construction progress.
Resolves conflicts involving owners, architects and contractors as needed.
Identifies and seeks to fill gaps in industry and/or discipline knowledge on a continuous basis.
Identifies and understands emerging technologies and industry trends and stays up to date on evolving codes and standards.
Proactively shares information and updates and related ideas and suggestions for technical and process improvements with peers and leaders.
Understands, teaches and applies Henderson’s design guidelines, standards, policies and procedures.
Performs a range of project management responsibilities in collaboration with experienced project managers.
Asks questions when performing unfamiliar tasks.
Responsible for project coordination activities such as managing emails, coordinating scope and schedule, coordinating design team, attending client meetings, ensuring project quality, responding to client questions and coordinating project delivery.
Consistently performs to a higher standard of industry-wide expectations associated with carrying a PE license and being enabled as an Engineer of Record (EOR), including making reasonable engineering decisions and delivering the highest quality of work and accountability to projects.
According to business need, may be required and enabled as an Engineer of Record, having additional involvement, oversight, responsibility and accountability for the overall signing and sealing of the project.
Directs and oversees the preparation of simple to the most complex design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics and specifications.
Responsible for producing solutions to the most complex engineering problems and complicated design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
Proactively advises and mentors less experienced designers and engineers across teams or practices, providing oversight and technical guidance.
Directs the activities of project technical and administrative staff.
Influences the development of tools, resources and company practices.
Oversees the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process and regular check-ins, including providing final reviews for projects under purview.
Performs a range of project management responsibilities in alignment with the expectations of design leads overseeing discipline staff or technical consultants.
Responsible for or delegates and oversees project coordination activities for their discipline such as managing emails, coordinating scope and schedule, coordinating design team, attending client meetings, ensuring project quality, responding to client questions and coordinating project delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering preferred (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural) and 9 years of relevant experience, or 10 years of experience without degree required for Lead Level.
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of engineering preferred (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural). 12 years of relevant experience for Senior Level.
Commensurate experience may be considered in lieu of degree for Senior Level.
Professional Engineering (PE) license may be counted toward 1 year of direct experience.
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.
Knowledge of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods.
Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu.
Advanced proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and HVAC design software (e.g., IESVE, Trane Trace).
Expert 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 for Senior Level.
Working knowledge of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods for Senior Level.
Working knowledge of Bluebeam Revu for Senior Level.
Professional Engineering (PE) license.
Completion of FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation.
Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards required.
Knowledge applicable to a range of practices, project, or program types.

Skills

Engineering design
A&E industry
Codes, design guides and standards
Earned value
Contracts
Construction processes and methods
Bluebeam Revu
CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit)
HVAC design software (e.g., IESVE, Trane Trace)

Location

Denver
Los Angeles
New York City
Washington DC
Las Vegas

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Lead
Senior

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in relevant field of engineering preferred (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection or architectural)
Completion of FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation

Salary/Compensations

Denver - $113,520 to $198,000
Los Angeles - $119,712 to $208,800
New York City - $125,904 to $219,600
Washington DC - $119,712 to $208,800
Las Vegas - $108,360 - $162,540

Benefits

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
Industry-leading 401K match and profit sharing
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Paid Training for Professional Development
Performance Bonuses
Comprehensive and Extensive Insurance
Paid Term Life and Disability
Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off and Sick Time off
Financial Wellness & Coaching Program

About the Company

Henderson is a company of problem-solvers and innovators known for their technical excellence and ability to provide out-of-the-box solutions in design and construction.
As an ESOP, each employee-owner is an essential part of their mission to lead the industry in innovation, sustainability, and client experience.
With a vision to build a better world, Team Henderson has a people-first culture and diverse portfolio of world-class facilities.
They provide total building system design and construction services across multiple high-growth markets throughout the country for industry leaders.
Henderson Engineers, Inc. and Henderson Building Solutions are EEO Employers/Vet/Disabled and participate in the E-Verify program.

Equal Opportunity

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.