Mechanical Engineer - Hydropower

HDR; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Mechanical Engineer – Hydropower to join our Power team in Greenville, SC. You will develop mechanical system designs, size equipment, and perform calculations for hydro projects, coordinating with a multi‑discipline team to deliver on schedule and budget.

Ideal candidates hold a PE license, a bachelor’s degree in engineering, and 5+ years of project execution in the power market. Proficiency with NavisWorks, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and Revit is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license required.
• Experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Proficiency with design software such as PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Produce mechanical system designs including P&IDs, equipment sizing, detailed system layouts, and system calculations.
• Prepare equipment and design specifications.
• Perform equipment and contractor bid evaluations.
• Provide field support during installation, testing, and start-up.
• Coordinate the work of Mechanical Engineers with the balance of a multi-discipline team throughout the project's development.
• Establish effective client relationships and participate in marketing, design and production meetings with regard to mechanical systems.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Team coordination

Active participation in employee-owned

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

NavisWorks

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Revit

PLS CAD

AutoPipe

Plant 3D

Job description

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?

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.

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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.

Mechanical Engineer – Hydropower

• Produce mechanical system designs including P&IDs, equipment sizing, detailed system layouts, and system calculations.
• Prepare equipment and design specifications.
• Perform equipment and contractor bid evaluations.
• Perform site inspections which may require confined space entry.
• Provide field support during installation, testing, and start-up.
• Perform feasibility studies and conceptual design evaluations.
• Support pumped storage concept studies, pre‑feasibility and feasibility studies.
• Prepare project cost estimates.
• Assist with client presentations and preparation of client proposals.
• Coordinate the work of Mechanical Engineers with the balance of a multi‑discipline team throughout the project's development.
• Establish effective client relationships and participate in marketing, design and production meetings with regard to mechanical systems.
• Serve as the mechanical lead on multiple simultaneous projects.
• Conduct schematic, design development and contract document work sessions at project sites in conjunction with the Project Manager, and other discipline engineers.
• Coordinate workload through the entire project’s development to complete documents on schedule.
• Track the financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work efforts with the project team to ensure that the work is completed within the parameters of the agreed‑upon budget and schedule.
• Participate with the Project Manager, Regional Controller and Regional Director in project reviews with corporate management as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

This position is subject to a preemployment drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector
• Previous experience in Project Lead Engineer role in Mechanical Engineering
• Previous experience with the design and installation of mechanical system/component upgrades for existing hydroelectric generating stations
• Experience with the design, manufacture, testing and operation of hydroelectric generating station mechanical equipment including turbines, pump‑turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, and other mechanical components
• Experience with the preparation of feasibility studies for new pumped storage hydroelectric facilities
• Demonstrated leadership skills, previous team coordination and project management experience
• Experience with NavisWorks, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit, and/or other 3D database driven design processes
• Desire to lead teams as a Team Leader
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm supporting electrical power generation clients, local candidates are preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
• 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.

Primary Location: United States‑North Carolina‑Charlotte

Other Locations: United States‑Kentucky‑Louisville, United States‑Georgia‑Atlanta, United States‑South Carolina‑Greenville, United States‑South Carolina‑Charleston, United States‑South Carolina‑Columbia, United States‑Tennessee‑Memphis, United States‑Alabama‑Birmingham, United States‑Alabama‑Mobile, United States‑North Carolina‑Wilmington, United States‑North Carolina‑Asheville, United States‑Tennessee‑Nashville, United States‑Georgia‑Savannah, United States‑North Carolina‑Raleigh, United States‑Tennessee‑Brentwood, United States‑South Carolina‑Fort Mill, United States‑North Carolina‑Winston‑Sandel, United States‑Tennessee‑Chattanooga, United States‑Kentucky‑Lexington

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Hydropower Engineering

Job Posting: Aug 25, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.