Senior Mechanical Power Engineer

Position Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners help create a welcoming and inclusive environment where every individual is valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. Our national Power Generation team is positioned for monumental growth and is looking for a qualified Senior Mechanical Engineer to support natural gas and renewable energy generation projects, serving as Engineer of Record or Owner’s Engineer.

This role is an opportunity to lead a multi-discipline mechanical team, collaborate across engineering specialties, and drive project success for power and energy initiatives impacting communities and the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the project mechanical team and coordinate with other engineering disciplines.
• Develop, contract, and implement natural gas and renewable energy generation projects.
• Manage project status, monitor progress, and communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Provide mechanical engineering support for detailed design, including preparation of construction drawings, bid specifications, equipment sizing calculations, technical memos, feasibility studies, and cost estimates.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and manage multiple concurrent assignments.

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.
• Extensive experience in project execution within the power generation market.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit).
• A strong commitment to HDR’s 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.
• Background with an engineering power consulting or EPC firm is desired.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

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.
• A retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.
• Compensation: Targeted salary range of $108,661 - $204,250 (depending on skills, experience, education, and geographical location).