Senior Project Development Engineer

HDR · Fort Worth, TX · 2 wk ago

On-siteConsultingFull-time

About the role

HDR is seeking an experienced Senior Project Development Engineer to join our Texas-based Power Generation team. The role involves leading project development teams, coordinating with other engineering disciplines, monitoring project status, and providing development engineering support for conceptual design and owner’s engineer projects.

Responsibilities

Lead project development teams, coordinate with other engineering disciplines, monitor, and communicate project status, and provide development engineering support for conceptual design and owner’s engineer projects on both a technical and contractual level.
Experience with industrial- and utility-scale power generation systems and equipment, and proven ability to plan, schedule, and lead development projects.
Develop conceptual drawings, heat balances, water balances, technology comparison tables, site due diligence assessments, project pro formas, equipment quotations, project schedules, project cost estimates, bid specifications, pipe and equipment sizing calculations, technical memos, bid evaluations, performance procedure and test reviews, feasibility studies, reports and consulting.
Significant experience with the development and specification of power generation systems for simple cycle, combined cycle, cogeneration, distributed generation, reciprocating engine, combined heat and power, and renewables projects is preferred.
Project roles will vary based on the size and type of the project, as well as the capabilities, experience, and preferred focus of the engineer. Project roles will typically consist of lead development engineer and technical consultant.
Collaborate with engineers, scientists, real estate/land developers, economists, schedulers, estimators, and designers from across the United States and on occasion other countries.
Communicate, lead, and organize a team of professionals as needed to lead a team of professionals, as described above.
Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements

Masters degree in Engineering
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas or ability to obtain reciprocity
BS degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering or other relevant to Power Generation
A minimum of 10 years of experience
Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered.

Skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Long-term desire and drive to be involved in leadership and/or operations positions
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Willing to mentor less experienced engineers and EITs
Proficient at working within an established schedule and budget

Benefits

What We Believe:

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment:

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Pay

Salary range: $85,000 - $120,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Power Generation

Job Posting

Jul 9, 2026