Hydromechanical Engineer

Mead & Hunt; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan with company match

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Mead & Hunt, a recognized consulting firm in Sacramento, seeks a hydromechanical engineer to join their water resources team. Responsibilities include leading engineering projects and preparing technical documentation. Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, have 6+ years of experience in hydro plants, and a PE license.

The position offers a salary range of $100,000 to $144,000, including benefits such as medical insurance and a 401K plan with company matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years relevant experience in hydro plants or pump stations.
• PE license in California within 6 months of hire.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead water resources-related engineering projects.
• Interact with clients and attend meetings.
• Prepare and review technical reports and drawings.

Skills

Experience with rotary equipment

Client management

Technical report preparation

Mechanical systems troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD and engineering design software

Job description

Mead & Hunt, a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm, has a position open for a highly motivated hydromechanical engineer to join our collaborative and innovative water resources team.

Responsibilities Include

• Working as the project engineer, technical lead, and/or project manager on water resources‑related mechanical engineering projects including water pumping and piping systems, pumps, turbines, valves, radial gates, and hydraulic power unit‑related projects
• Attending client meetings and interacting with clients
• Preparing reports and other project documents
• Troubleshooting mechanical systems in hydro plants
• Prepare technical reports that summarize findings, analysis, and recommendations
• Prepare and review drawing packages and technical specifications suitable for construction
• Travel to project or client sites

The Successful Candidate Must Have

• A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited college or university
• At least six (6) years of relevant work experience with rotating equipment, hydro plants, and/or pump stations
• PE license in any state with the ability to obtain in California within six months of start date

The ideal candidate will have experience with any/all of the following

• Engineering projects in a utility power plant setting
• Specifying and designing mechanical components and features for hydroelectric generation stations
• Client management
• Power station systems experience: cooling water, lube oil, governor hydraulics, compressed air (HVAC is a plus)
• Engaging with professional associations: ASME, NHA, CEATI, ACEC, etc.
• Large valves, turbines, piping systems, rotating equipment, heavy machinery, and engineering design
• Mentoring less experienced staff
• CAD and/or engineering design software for design and plan development

If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self‑motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, complete the online application process for this job posting at www.meadhunt.com/careers.

Benefits

Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.

Salary Range: $100,000 to $144,000 - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience, skills set or location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.