Mechanical Engineer - Hydropower
About the role
This position is subject to a preemployment drug test. This position is within the Hydropower team at HDR, a leading engineering consulting firm. The Mechanical Engineer will provide engineering consulting services to electric utilities and independent power producers located across the U.S.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support a variety of projects involving mechanical balance of plant upgrades at existing hydropower facilities, major mechanical equipment upgrades at existing hydropower facilities, and feasibility studies for new pumped storage hydropower projects.
- Prepare mechanical system designs including P&IDs, equipment sizing, detailed system layouts, and system calculations.
- Prepare equipment and design specifications.
- Perform equipment and contractor bid evaluations.
- Perform site inspections which may require confined space entry.
- Provide field support during installation, testing, and start-up.
- Perform feasibility studies and conceptual design evaluations.
- Support pumped storage concept studies, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.
- Prepare project cost estimates.
- Aid in client presentations and preparation of client proposals.
- Cook up workload through the entire project's development to complete documents on schedule.
- Track the financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work efforts with the project team to ensure that the work is completed within the parameters of the agreed-upon budget and schedule.
- Serve as the mechanical lead on multiple simultaneous projects.
- Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with the Project Manager, and other discipline engineers.
- Coordinate workload through the entire project’s development to complete documents on schedule.
- Participate with the Project Manager, Regional Controller and Regional Director in project reviews with corporate management as needed.
Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
- Previous experience in Project Lead Engineer role in Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience with the design and installation of mechanical system/component upgrades for existing hydroelectric generating stations.
- Experience with the design, manufacture, testing and operation of hydroelectric generating station mechanical equipment including turbines, pump-turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, and other mechanical components.
- Demonstrated leadership skills, previous team coordination and project management experience.
- Experience with NavisWorks, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit, and/or other 3D database driven design processes.
- Desire to lead teams as a Team Leader.
- Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm supporting electrical power generation clients, local candidates are preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
- Previous experience with the design and installation of mechanical system/component upgrades for existing hydroelectric generating stations.
- Experience with the preparation of feasibility studies for new pumped storage hydroelectric facilities.
- Experience with NavisWorks, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit, and/or other 3D database driven design processes.
- Desire to lead teams as a Team Leader.
- Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm supporting electrical power generation clients, local candidates are preferred.
Skills
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit).
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. HDR is an employee-owned firm where you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that keep the lights on and strengthen communities.
Pay
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule
This position is full-time and is available on a regular schedule.
Company Information
HDR is a leading engineering consulting firm. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. HDR is committed to the principles of employment equity and fostering a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.