Lead Mechanical Power Engineer

HDR; West Palm Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee‑owned culture

Remote-eligible

Job summary

HDR, a global engineering and architecture firm, seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer for Power Generation & Renewable in Tampa, FL (remote-eligible). You will lead design teams, oversee schematics, and ensure code compliance.

Join HDR's employee‑owned culture and mentor multi-disciplinary staff while delivering complex power and renewable projects across the region.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred; strong leadership and supervisory experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the Power Market Sector; PE license.
• Experience in proposal development and client management.
• Knowledge of large-scale power generation mechanical systems.
• Experience with power plant systems and balance-of-plant concepts.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and coordinate the design team through schematic design development and contract documents.
• Mentor and develop engineers and designers.
• Manage workload to meet project schedules and budgets.
• Perform high‑complexity designs including analyses and equipment selection.
• Develop P&IDs and mechanical drawings for power plant systems.
• Prepare equipment specifications and BOMs for boilers, turbines, condensers, and pumps.
• Produce PFDs, general arrangements, and deliverables per HDR standards.
• Review work for HDR Quality Process and provide status updates to leadership.
• Travel as needed to project sites and client meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

PLS CAD

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

AutoPipe

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

About HDR

HDR is a global engineering, architecture, environmental and construction firm that designs high‑performance buildings, smart infrastructure and power systems. With multidisciplinary teams that include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists, we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to inclusion and fairness for all employees and clients.

Role Overview

Lead Mechanical Engineer – Power Generation & Renewable – Tampa, FL (remote‑eligible)

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and coordinate the design team through schematic design development and contract documents.
• Mentor and develop less experienced engineers and designers.
• Manage and coordinate workload to meet project schedules.
• Conduct field visits 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, and utility systems.
• Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment – boilers, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers, and pumps.
• Produce mechanical engineering designs, equipment lists, general arrangements, auxiliary power demands, and process flow diagrams (PFDs).
• Verify deliverables against industry codes, contract requirements, and internal standards.
• Compile mechanical documentation for construction.
• Assist in schedule creation, work assignments, and staffing planning to ensure project success.
• Provide technical mentoring and oversight.
• Balance multiple engineering tasks concurrently.
• Develop testing and commissioning plans.
• Review engineering work following HDR Quality Process.
• Lead project teams and provide status updates as needed.
• Maintain 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.
• Experience in proposal development and client management.
• Minimum 7 years of project execution experience in the Power or Heavy Industrial Market Sectors.
• Mechanical engineering experience in simple or combined‑cycle gas turbines, renewables, coal, and hydroelectric projects.
• Knowledge of mechanical powerhouse and balance‑of‑plant controls and power systems.
• Experience with large‑scale power generation mechanical systems.
• Consulting engineering background highly desirable.
• Ability to produce design drawings – one‑line, three‑line, 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 10 years of experience in the Power Market Sector.
• Valid professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
• Extensive project execution experience within the Power Market Sector.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard power‑sector design software (PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit).
• Commitment to being an active participant in an employee‑owned culture.

Benefits & Commitment

HDR is committed to an inclusive environment where all employees feel welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered. Employee‑owned culture, eight Employee Network Groups, and a focus on collaboration and trust are integral to our organization. HDR is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. For more information, visit https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.

Location & Schedule

Primary Location: Tampa, FL. Additional locations: West Palm Beach, Doral, Jacksonville, and Orlando, FL. Full‑time, regular employee.