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Senior Mechanical Engineer

HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, Sacramento
Jan 08, 2025

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Primary Responsibilities

In the role of Senior Mechanical Engineer, we'll count on you to:



  • Developing hydro mechanical project solutions for both modernization and new projects.
  • Engineering consulting, including condition assessments, studies, mechanical engineering and detailed design, calculations, and specification development.
  • Engineering for equipment procurement, development of technical specifications, reviewing fabrication and installation activities for conformance to engineering design and specifications.
  • Researching and analyzing data such as customer concepts and equipment layouts to determine feasibility of design or application.
  • Evaluating field installations and recommending design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
  • Provide field support during construction.
  • Provide support in developing proposals.
  • Other tasks as required to support project goals and HDR business activities.



Keywords: hydro, hydro power, hydro electric, hydro-power, hydro-electric, power generation

Required Qualifications



  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Minimum 10 years experience in the power industry with preferred experience across large valves, turbines and piping systems
  • PE
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Project and AutoCAD
  • The ability to handle multiple diverse assignments successfully in a consulting firm environment.
  • The ability to perform as a key member of an interdisciplinary project team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Willingness to mentor EITs and younger staff on the team
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must


Preferred Qualifications



  • Hydro power industry experience
  • Experience with rotating equipment, heavy machinery, and engineering design


Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $113,421 - $162,030 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Primary Location : United States-California-Sacramento
Other Locations : United States-California-Folsom
Industry : Power
Schedule : Full-time
Employee Status : Regular
BusinessClass : Hydropower
Job Posting : Oct 14, 2023
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