Mechanical Hydropower Engineer

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HDR is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Power and Hydropower team in Charlotte or Raleigh, NC. This team provides engineering consulting services to electric utilities and independent power producers located across the U.S. This individual will be expected to lead and support a variety of projects involving mechanical balance of plant upgrades at existing hydropower and thermal generation facilities, major mechanical equipment upgrades at existing hydropower and thermal generation facilities, and feasibility studies for new pumped storage hydropower projects. They will work with a multi-discipline group of engineers and technicians providing engineering and design services to power sector clients. Typical projects involve life extension and system upgrades of existing hydropower and thermal generating facilities as well as design of new facilities.

In the role of Mechanical Hydropower Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Produce mechanical system designs including P&IDs, equipment sizing, detailed design, and system calculations
• Prepare equipment and design specifications
• Perform equipment and contractor bid evaluations (on conformance with technical requirements)
• Perform site inspections which may require confined space entry
• Provide field support during installation, testing, and start-up
• Perform feasibility studies and conceptual design evaluations
• Support pumped storage concept studies, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies
• Prepare project engineering cost estimates
• Assist with client presentations and preparation of client proposals
• Coordinate the work of Mechanical Engineers within a multi-discipline team throughout a project's development
• Establish effective client relationships and participate in marketing, design and production meetings with regard to mechanical systems
• Serve as the mechanical lead on multiple simultaneous projects
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with the Project Manager, and other discipline engineers
• Coordinate workload through the entire project's development to complete documents on schedule
• Track the financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work efforts with the project team to ensure work is completed within the parameters of the agreed-upon budget and schedule
• Participate with the Project Manager, Regional Controller and Regional Director in project reviews with corporate management as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience including experience in design and operational support of electrical generation stations
• Experience with preparing procurement and design specifications for new installations as well as upgrade/replacement of existing equipment required
• Experience with design of power station mechanical systems (e.g., cooling water, lube oil, governor hydraulics, and compressed air)
• Must have the ability to work collaboratively with others
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail, self-directed learning skills, ability to meet deadlines, and multi-tasking ability
• Previous experience in Project Lead Engineer role in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience with the design, manufacture, testing and operation of hydroelectric generating station mechanical equipment including turbines, pump-turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, and other mechanical components
• Experience with the preparation of feasibility studies for new pumped storage hydroelectric facilities
• Demonstrated leadership skills, previous team coordination and project management experience
• Experience with NavisWorks, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit, and/or other 3D database driven design processes
• Desire to lead teams as a Team Leader
• Local candidates are preferred
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Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you a license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

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.