Senior Hydropower Engineer — Lead Modernization

Schnabel Branding Colors; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Senior Hydropower Engineer to join our Harrisburg or Chadds Ford, PA team. You will support assessments, planning, and optimization of hydropower facilities with a focus on life extension and modernization, while contributing to other water infrastructure projects.

The role requires 10+ years of hydropower experience, ABET-accredited engineering degree, PE licensure or path to licensure, and strong CAD software skills. Occasional travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited institution is required.
• 10+ years of engineering experience with planning, design, and modernization of hydropower generation equipment.
• PE license or desire and ability to become a Licensed Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design components related to hydropower generation, dams, and water infrastructure, including power unit equipment and hydraulic structures.
• Perform inspections and assessments of flow control structures, hydroelectric turbines, generators, governors, and other hydropower plant equipment.
• Prepare technical reports that summarize findings and provide recommendations with clarity.
• Conduct mechanical analysis, including detailed design calculations, FEA, and CFD where appropriate.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering plans and technical specifications.
• Prepare 2D design drawings and 3D design models.
• Review the work of team members and manage project scope, schedule, and deliverables.
• Communicate with clients and project stakeholders to meet goals, schedule, and budget.

Skills

Project management

CAD software

Communication skills

Team leadership

Quality and accuracy

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Mathcad

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Inventor

Revit

Job description

Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Senior Hydropower Engineer to join our Harrisburg or Chadds Ford, PA team. You will support assessments, planning, and optimization of hydropower facilities with a focus on life extension and modernization, while contributing to other water infrastructure projects.

The role requires 10+ years of hydropower experience, ABET-accredited engineering degree, PE licensure or path to licensure, and strong CAD software skills. Occasional travel up to 20% is expected.