Hydropower Mechanical Engineer – Project Lead

Black & Veatch Corporation; Chattanooga (TN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch Corporation in Chattanooga, TN seeks a Mechanical Engineer specializing in hydropower to lead, design, and manage new and upgraded projects across hydro systems. You’ll work on turbines, water conveyance, generators, and auxiliary systems, with opportunities to support commissioning and on-site data collection.

With 10+ years in mechanical or power engineering and a bachelor’s degree in engineering, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure quality and safety

Qualifications

• 10+ years of mechanical or systems engineering experience.
• Experience in managing projects and programs in power facilities or related fields.
• Experience with hydroelectric design and operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and design new and upgraded hydropower projects from concept to completion.
• Provide technical guidance and ensure alignment with quality programs.
• Prepare complex engineering deliverables and manage budgets and schedules.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Power generation experience

Client-facing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Black & Veatch Corporation in Chattanooga, TN seeks a Mechanical Engineer specializing in hydropower to lead, design, and manage new and upgraded projects across hydro systems. You’ll work on turbines, water conveyance, generators, and auxiliary systems, with opportunities to support commissioning and on-site data collection.

With 10+ years in mechanical or power engineering and a bachelor’s degree in engineering, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensure quality and safety