Lead Mechanical Power Engineer

HDR; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer in Tampa, Florida, to support power generation facility projects. The role involves leading a design team, executing complex engineering designs, and engaging in client relationships. Ideal candidates should have a Master's in Mechanical Engineering, over 10 years of experience, and a Professional Engineering license. This full-time position offers the chance to mentor junior staff and manage significant engineering tasks while contributing to project success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project execution.
• Professional Engineering license recognized by the licensing board.
• Extensive experience within the Power Market Sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead design team through schematic designs and contract documents.
• Prepare mechanical documentation for construction.
• Conduct field visits with project managers.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Field investigation

Technical mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

PLS CAD

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

AutoPipe

Revit

Job description

We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to support the design and implementation of power generating facilities, primarily simple cycle, combined cycle, PV solar, battery energy storage, and microgrid projects. The role involves day-to-day execution of mechanical engineering and design deliverables, as well as leadership of a multidisciplinary design team.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and coordinate the design team through schematic design and contract document phases of a project.
• Lead, mentor, and develop less experienced engineers and designers.
• Manage workload to complete deliverables on schedule.
• Conduct field visits at the project site with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
• Perform high‑complexity engineering designs, including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection.
• Develop mechanical piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs) for power plant systems such as steam cycles, boiler feed, condensate, water treatment, flue gas, hydrogen, fuel handling, heat‑transfer systems, and utility systems.
• Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment, including boilers, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers, and pumps.
• Prepare mechanical engineering designs, equipment lists, general arrangements, auxiliary power demands, and process flow diagrams (PFDs).
• Check design deliverables against industry codes and standards, contract requirements, and company standards.
• Prepare requisite mechanical documentation for construction.
• Assist in developing schedules, work assignments, and staffing requirements to ensure successful project completion.
• Provide technical mentoring and/or oversight.
• Balance multiple engineering tasks concurrently.
• Develop testing and commissioning plans.
• Review engineering work deliverables following HDR Quality Process.
• Lead project teams and provide status updates as needed.
• Maintain good relationships with peers, client organizations, vendor representatives, and sub‑consultants.
• Identify and develop new strategic relationships to support winning and executing assignments for the Power Generation and Renewable team and other HDR groups.
• Occasional travel is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Previous proposal development and client management experience.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in project execution within the Power or Heavy Industrial Market Sectors.
• Engineering experience in simple/combined cycle gas turbines, renewables, coal, and hydroelectric power systems.
• Mechanical powerhouse and balance‑of‑plant controls and power systems experience.
• Knowledge of large‑scale power generation mechanical systems.
• Prior experience in a consulting engineering environment highly desirable.
• Produce design drawings including one‑lines, three‑lines, schematics, general arrangements, and bill of materials.
• Experience developing proposals and estimates for Power Generation and Renewable projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience.
• Professional Engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
• Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit).
• Commitment to and active participation in an employee‑owned culture.

Primary Location

United States – Florida – Tampa

Other Locations

• United States – Florida – West Palm Beach
• United States – Florida – Doral
• United States – Florida – Jacksonville
• United States – Florida – Orlando

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Industry: Power

We are committed to the principles of employment equity. HDR is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.