Mechanical Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a qualified Mechanical Engineer to join their Power Generation team in Madison, Wisconsin. This full-time role involves design and specification of fluid systems, equipment sizing, and technical writing, with opportunities for career progression into project management. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a professional engineering license, along with relevant experience in the power sector and proficiency in design software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Must hold a Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Previous project execution experience in the Power Market Sector.

Responsibilities

• Design and specification of power generation fluid systems.
• Develop construction documents (P&IDs, layout drawings).
• Conduct engineer/vendor submittal reviews and technical writing.

Skills

Mechanical equipment and pipe sizing

Technical writing

Project planning

Software for detailed fluid analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional engineering license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

PLS CAD

Plant 3D

AutoPipe

Job description

HDR is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Madison-based Power Generation team. The role supports power and energy projects within the utility, IPP, industrial, institutional, and municipal sectors.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical equipment and pipe sizing
• Equipment and piping layout considerations
• Construction document development (P&IDs, system layout/installation drawings, and specifications)
• Engineer/equipment vendor submittal reviews and vendor/contractor communications
• Technical writing (reports, procurement specifications, etc.)
• Code reviews
• Site visits
• Project planning
• Managing within an assigned budget and schedule
• Design and specification of power generation fluid systems (steam, condensate, fuel gas, cooling water, compressed air, and similar systems)
• Utilization of software for detailed fluid analysis or modeling (preferred)

Career Path

The candidate will be encouraged and trained to progress from a mechanical or lead engineer to a project engineer and ultimately into a project manager or engineering manager. The role will involve collaboration with engineers and designers from multiple disciplines and may include mentoring younger engineers.

Travel

Requires travel for site surveys, technical conferences, client meetings, and construction monitoring. Travel will be typically less than 10%.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng))
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (e.g., PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit)
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture

Job Details

Primary Location: United States - Wisconsin - Madison

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Equal Opportunity Employer

HDR is committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.