Senior Mechanical Specialist

HDR; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Specialist to join our Power Generation team based in Pennsylvania. The successful candidate will manage mechanical engineering projects, coordinate with various engineering teams, and ensure the timely execution of power generation projects.

Ideal applicants will possess a bachelor’s degree in engineering, extensive experience (15+ years) in mechanical disciplines, and a strong command of design software such as AutoCAD and Revit. HDR values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of engineering experience in mechanical discipline.
• Hands-on experience with engineering design software.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design for power generation projects.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project milestones.
• Prepare and review construction documents and cost estimates.

Skills

Mechanical engineering design

Project management

Excellent communication

Power Generation project execution

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree in business or engineering

Associate's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

AutoPipe

Revit

Job description

Senior Mechanical Specialist – Power Generation

HDR is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Specialist to join our Power Generation team. The successful candidate will lead the project mechanical team, coordinate with other engineering disciplines, monitor project status, and execute mechanical engineering tasks for detailed design and owner’s engineer projects across utility, IPP, industrial, and institutional sectors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead mechanical engineering design and execution for power generation projects.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project milestones are met.
• Prepare and review construction drawings, bid specifications, mechanical equipment sizing calculations, technical memos, bid evaluations, code reviews, feasibility studies, reports, and cost estimates.
• Plan, schedule, and manage design projects, ensuring adherence to technical and contractual requirements.
• Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related field
• Master’s degree in business or engineering
• Experience with gas turbine, steam turbine, and/or large reciprocating engine
• Design experience with simple and combined cycle power generation facilities
• Prior experience with engineering power consulting or EPC firm
• Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Willingness to obtain Professional Engineering Licensure
• Proficient schedule and budget management
• Extensive experience in Power Generation project execution
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software (AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, Revit)
• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in engineering or related field of study or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 15 years of engineering experience in the discipline
• Aptitude and demonstrated hands-on experience with computer applications specific to the discipline
• Extensive knowledge of industry standards specific to the discipline
• Proven ability to work in multidisciplinary environments
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant in an employee-owned culture

Primary Location: United States-Pennsylvania-Plymouth Meeting

Other Locations: United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia

Industry: Power

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Power Generation

Job Posting: June 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.