Senior Mechanical Power Engineer

Position Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where everyone is valued and respected. Every role plays a critical part in changing the world for the better. We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our national Power Generation team. In this role, you will help clients develop, contract, and implement natural gas and potentially renewable energy generation projects while serving as Engineer of Record or Owner’s Engineer.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the project mechanical team on power generation projects.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and maintain project communication.
• Provide mechanical engineering support for detailed design and owner’s engineer projects.
• Develop deliverables including construction drawings, bid specifications, equipment sizing calculations, technical memos, and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Professional Engineers (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard power sector design software (PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit).
• A commitment to being 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.
• Previous experience with an engineering power consulting or EPC firm.
• 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.
• Proficient at working within established schedules and budgets.
• Ability to manage travel expectations of less than 10% for meetings and project site visits.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and an employee assistance program.
• Generous paid time off, parental leave, and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.
• Compensation: Targeted salary range of $108,661 - $204,250 based on experience, education, skills, and geographical location.