Mechanical/Chemical EIT/Coordinator

HDR, Inc.; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Power Engineer in Training for our Michigan-based Power Generation team. You will support engineering and construction projects across utility, industrial, and municipal sectors, contributing to power generation and energy infrastructure work.

As an EIT, you will collaborate with a multi-discipline team, perform piping and equipment design tasks, and gain exposure to site surveys, cost estimating, and supplier coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Active pursuit or possession of EIT is preferred.
• Fosters an active participant mindset in employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and code reviews.
• Size and select materials and equipment.
• Develop piping & instrument drawings and layouts.
• Develop water mass balances and energy-related analyses.
• Review drawings and submittals from vendors and suppliers.
• Support cost estimating and project scheduling activities.

Skills

Engineering calculations

Code reviews

Site surveys

Piping drawings

Equipment layouts

Water mass balances

Procurement specs

Cost estimating

Team meetings

Vendor communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Job description

Mechanical/Chemical EIT/Coordinator - ( 194952 )

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

HDR is seeking a Power Engineer in Training (i.e. Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical EIT) to join our Michigan-based Power Generation team, which provides engineering consulting services. As an EIT, you will be joining a highly capable, multi-discipline team that supports power and energy projects primarily within the utility, independent power producer, industrial, institutional, and municipal sectors located across the U.S. and abroad.

Engineering duties include providing support for engineering and construction projects at power generation, cogeneration, and district heating and cooling facilities for utility, industrial and institutional clients. Project types include combined and simple cycle power generation, reciprocating engine power generation, steam and chilled water distribution, water treatment, air quality control and plant betterment, renewables which includes solar, wind and battery storage. Within those facilities and projects, our work typically includes design and consulting for power generation and energy infrastructure including steam, condensate, cooling water, water treatment, natural gas, compressed air, fire protection, HVAC, air quality control, material handling, and other similar systems.

The position may also include specialized training and assignments (e.g. performing piping stress analysis, heat balances, and ETAP using industry accepted software).

Primary responsibilities

• Performing engineering calculations and code reviews
• Sizing and selecting materials and equipment
• Participating in site visits and surveys
• Developing piping & instrument drawings
• Developing equipment and piping arrangement drawings
• Developing water mass balances
• Reviewing manufacturers drawings and submittals
• Developing procurement and construction specifications
• Performing bid evaluations
• Evaluating existing systems and equipment
• Participating in team meetings
• Communicating with equipment vendors
• Processing of engineering submittals, and other similar tasks as assigned
• Preparing equipment layouts
• Feasibility study development
• Economic lifecycle analyses
• Technology assessments
• Coordination of cost estimating and schedule development resources to support project analyses and reports
• Some travel may be required
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Industry

Power

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Power Generation

Job Posting

Sep 2, 2026

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