Hydromechanical Engineer

Mead & Hunt, a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm, has a position open for a highly motivated hydromechanical engineer to join our collaborative and innovative water resources team.

• Working as the project engineer, technical lead, and/or project manager on water resources-related mechanical engineering projects including water pumping and piping systems, pumps, turbines, valves, radial gates, and hydraulic power unit-related projects
• Attending client meetings and interacting with clients
• Preparing reports and other project documents
• Troubleshooting mechanical systems in hydro plants
• Preparing technical reports that summarize findings, analysis, and recommendations
• Preparing and reviewing drawing packages and technical specifications suitable for construction
• Traveling to project or client sites

• A bachelor's degree (or higher) in mechanical engineering from an ABET accredited college or university
• At least eight (8) years of relevant work experience with rotating equipment, hydro plants, and/or pump stations
• PE license in any state with the ability to obtain in California within six months of start date

• Engineering projects in a utility power plant setting
• Specifying and designing mechanical components and features for hydroelectric generation stations
• Client management
• Power station systems experience: cooling water, lube oil, governor hydraulics, compressed air (HVAC is a plus)
• Engaging with professional associations: ASME, NHA, CEATI, ACEC, etc.
• Large valves, turbines, piping systems, rotating equipment, heavy machinery, and engineering design
• Mentoring less experienced staff
• CAD and/or engineering design software for design and plan development

Benefits: Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.

Salary Range: $140,000 to $180,000 – Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as experience, skill set, or location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.