Senior Mechanical Power Engineer

Position Overview

HDR is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our national Power Generation team. In this role, you will work with a highly capable, multi-discipline team to develop, contract, and implement natural gas and renewable energy generation projects. You will lead the project mechanical team, ensure effective coordination across disciplines, and provide technical and contractual engineering support to drive project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the project mechanical team and coordinate efforts with other engineering disciplines.
• Monitor project status and communicate updates effectively.
• Provide mechanical engineering support for detailed design and Owner’s Engineer projects on both technical and contractual levels.
• Develop key deliverables such as construction drawings, bid specifications, equipment sizing calculations, technical memos, bid evaluations, code reviews, feasibility studies, reports, and cost estimates.
• Manage multiple concurrent assignments in a collaborative environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the Power Market Sector
• Professional Engineers (PE or P.Eng) license
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
• Commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• Minimum 15 years of experience in power generation design
• Experience with gas turbines, steam turbines, and/or large reciprocating engines or relevant subject matter expertise
• Design experience with simple cycle and combined cycle power generation systems
• Previous experience with an engineering power consulting or EPC firm
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the fossil power industry with a blend of design and Owner’s Engineer projects
• Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Willingness to mentor less experienced engineers and EITs
• Proficiency in working within an established schedule and budget
• Ability to travel less than 10% for meetings with clients, vendors, and project site visits

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Compensation: Targeted salary range is $108,661 - $204,250 (based on experience, education, and geographical location)
• Employee-ownership culture and opportunities for professional growth
• Inclusive work environment with Employee Network Groups fostering a sense of belonging