Senior Mechanical Engineer — Hydropower & Powerplant Systems

US Army Corps of Engineers

The Dalles (OR)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

32 hours ago

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Job summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, The Dalles area, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with expertise in hydropower and related facilities to lead engineering analyses, troubleshoot on-site issues, and evaluate emerging technologies for existing powerhouse systems.

You will support long-range capital programs, collaborate with District, Division, Project and BPA teams to advance capital improvements, and oversee installation, repair, and modification options, including crane testing and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program.
Calculus and engineering science coursework in key areas.
Professional registration (EI/EIT) or PE licensure, or FE exam eligibility.

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical engineering tasks for hydropower plants and related facilities across multiple sites.
Troubleshoot complex on-site problems using extensive facility knowledge.
Assess new tech and integrate it into evaluation of powerhouse systems.
Support long-range capital programs; collaborate on capital improvements.
Develop and evaluate alternative equipment installation, repair, and modification options.
Oversee crane testing, and design and approve lifting devices and rigging per standards.
Serve as Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for contracts.