Hydropower Mechanical Engineer Section Manager

Hydropower Mechanical Engineer Section Manager

HDR is looking for a Mechanical Engineering Section Manager to join our Power/Hydropower team in Sacramento. In the role of Mechanical Engineering Section Manager, we’ll count on you to:

• Take responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support
• Take responsibility for quality of production section including P&IDs, equipment sizing, detailed design, system calculations, technical reports, presentations to our Clients, and support construction support
• Provide technical oversight for performing feasibility studies and conceptual, design evaluations, pumped‑storage concept studies, and supporting project cost estimates
• Function as Technical Leader and Project Manager and take responsibility for production on projects in addition to technical product development, quality control, management of Client expectations, and management responsibilities
• Take administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections
• See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system
• Implement, monitor and support company policy
• Select, train, develop and manage technical personnel
• Manage and develop multidiscipline teams
• Work cooperatively with National Practice and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts
• Perform other duties as needed

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 10 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

• BS and /or MS Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Professional Engineering (PE) License in California
• Project Management experience
• A minimum of 15 years or more year experience
• Previous experience with an engineering consulting firm
• Demonstrated ability to directly supervise, develop and mentor multiple staff members
• Strong history of client relationship development and maintenance, including managing multiple award contracts and supporting long‑term strategic partnerships
• Local candidates preferred for regional leadership continuity
• Experience in succession planning and technical oversight for multidisciplinary teams

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.

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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success. Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions.

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.

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United States-California-Sacramento