Lead Mechanical Engineer, Hydropower & Pumped Storage

HDR; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Hydropower team in the Columbia, SC area. The role focuses on leading mechanical upgrades and feasibility studies for hydro facilities across the United States, working with a multidisciplinary group to deliver life-extension projects.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a PE license, and 5+ years of experience in power project execution, with hands-on hydro equipment knowledge and 3D design tool proficiency (NavisWorks,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• 5+ years in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Experience with hydroelectric components and mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical balance-of-plant upgrades at existing hydropower facilities.
• Prepare P&IDs, equipment sizing, layouts and system calculations.
• Prepare equipment and design specifications.
• Perform bid evaluations and site inspections.
• Provide field support during installation, testing and start-up.
• Coordinate with multi-discipline team and manage project budget and schedule.

Skills

Project leadership

Mechanical design

Hydropower expertise

Team coordination

Pumps/turbines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

NavisWorks

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Revit

PLS CAD

AutoCAD

Job description

HDR is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Hydropower team in the Columbia, SC area. The role focuses on leading mechanical upgrades and feasibility studies for hydro facilities across the United States, working with a multidisciplinary group to deliver life-extension projects.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a PE license, and 5+ years of experience in power project execution, with hands-on hydro equipment knowledge and 3D design tool proficiency (NavisWorks,