Hydro Mechanical Engineer

ENTRUST Solutions Group seeks is looking for a Hydro Mechanical Engineer with experience in strong design engineering, fleet engineering, commissioning, and/or operation of operating expertise in hydro turbines and related balance- of- plant (BOP) systems for projects across the United States and Canada. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting client hydro assets through mechanical assessments and calculations, troubleshooting and root cause analysis, maintenance planning and execution, asset performance optimization, and related activities.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and review the mechanical design of hydro turbines (Francis, Kaplan, Pelton, etc.) and related components.
• Perform and review mechanical calculations for structural integrity, vibration, fatigue, and hydraulic loads.
• Conduct or oversee finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations using ANSYS or comparable software.
• Support condition assessments, refurbishments, uprates, and modernization projects.
• Prepare and review technical specifications, calculation notes, design reports, and drawings.
• Support the selection and sizing of turbine equipment and auxiliary mechanical systems.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and participate in technical bid reviews.
• Review and approve manufacturer documentation and fabrication drawings.
• Lead or support turbine commissioning, including installation oversight, testing, troubleshooting, and performance verification.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and operational issues during commissioning and operation.
• Coordinate with electrical, civil, and controls engineers on integrated hydropower plant design.
• Ensure compliance with applicable IEC and ASME standards and other relevant international codes.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and inspection records.
• Provide construction support, including submittal reviews, site inspections, and quality assurance.
• Attend virtual and in-person client meetings.
• Travel as needed, typically not exceeding 15%.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.
• This position pays between $90,000 and $115,000 annually and is an exempt position. Benefits offered include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, andretirementprogramwith company matches. Also offered are tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness,accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA medical accounts andFSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available.
  
  These benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually.
  
  Full-time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours. May be eligible for discretionary bonus asdeterminedby the company.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university, preferably with a focus on stress analysis, mechanical design, or turbo machinery.
• At least 6 years of hydropower experience.
• Extensive experience in hydro turbine design and engineering, fleet engineering, commissioning, and/or operations.
• Experience in turbine commissioning and performance testing.
• Hands-on experience with FEA and/or CFD software applied to hydro machinery.
• Solid understanding of rotor dynamics and the mechanical behavior of rotating equipment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Willingness to travel for site inspections and commissioning activities.
• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license.

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