Senior Mechanical Power Engineer

Position Overview

HDR’s employee-owned culture fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment where each idea matters. We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our national Power Generation team. In this role, you will serve as the Engineer of Record or Owner’s Engineer, leading the project mechanical team and coordinating across multiple engineering disciplines to support natural gas and renewable energy generation projects. Your contribution will be key to driving innovative solutions in utility, IPP, industrial, and institutional sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the project mechanical team and manage all mechanical engineering aspects.
• Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines to ensure project success.
• Monitor and communicate project status effectively.
• Provide technical and contractual mechanical support for detailed design and owner’s engineer projects.
• Develop deliverables including construction drawings, bid specifications, technical memos, feasibility studies, and cost estimates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit).
• Commitment to contributing as an active participant in an 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.
• Design experience with simple cycle and combined cycle power generation systems.
• Experience with an engineering power consulting or EPC firm.
• At least 10 years 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.
• Proven track record in working within established schedules and budgets.
• Willingness to travel (less than 10%) for meetings and site visits.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.
• Employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.
• Compensation: The expected salary range is $108,661 - $204,250, based on experience, location, and qualifications.