Lead Mechanical Power Engineer

About HDR

HDR is a global engineering, architecture, environmental and construction firm that designs high‑performance buildings, smart infrastructure and power systems. With multidisciplinary teams that include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists, we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is an equal‑opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to inclusion and fairness for all employees and clients.

Lead Mechanical Engineer – Power Generation & Renewable – Tampa, FL (remote‑eligible)

• Lead, manage, and coordinate the design team through schematic design development and contract documents.
• Mentor and develop less experienced engineers and designers.
• Manage and coordinate workload to meet project schedules.
• Conduct field visits with the Project Manager and other disciplines.
• Perform high‑complexity engineering designs, including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection.
• Develop mechanical piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs) for power plant systems such as steam cycles, boiler feed, condensate, water treatment, flue gas, hydrogen, and utility systems.
• Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment – boilers, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers, and pumps.
• Produce mechanical engineering designs, equipment lists, general arrangements, auxiliary power demands, and process flow diagrams (PFDs).
• Verify deliverables against industry codes, contract requirements, and internal standards.
• Compile mechanical documentation for construction.
• Assist in schedule creation, work assignments, and staffing planning to ensure project success.
• Provide technical mentoring and oversight.
• Balance multiple engineering tasks concurrently.
• Develop testing and commissioning plans.
• Review engineering work following HDR Quality Process.
• Lead project teams and provide status updates as needed.
• Maintain relationships with peers, client organizations, vendor representatives, and sub‑consultants.
• Identify and develop new strategic relationships to support winning and executing assignments for the Power Generation and Renewable team and other HDR groups.
• Occasional travel is required.

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Experience in proposal development and client management.
• Minimum 7 years of project execution experience in the Power or Heavy Industrial Market Sectors.
• Mechanical engineering experience in simple or combined‑cycle gas turbines, renewables, coal, and hydroelectric projects.
• Knowledge of mechanical powerhouse and balance‑of‑plant controls and power systems.
• Experience with large‑scale power generation mechanical systems.
• Consulting engineering background highly desirable.
• Ability to produce design drawings – one‑line, three‑line, schematics, general arrangements, and bill of materials.
• Experience developing proposals and estimates for Power Generation and Renewable projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the Power Market Sector.
• Valid professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location (e.g., PE or P.Eng).
• Extensive project execution experience within the Power Market Sector.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office and standard power‑sector design software (PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Auto Pipe, Revit).
• Commitment to being an active participant in an employee‑owned culture.

HDR is committed to an inclusive environment where all employees feel welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered. Employee‑owned culture, eight Employee Network Groups, and a focus on collaboration and trust are integral to our organization. HDR is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. For more information, visit

Primary

Location:

Tampa, FL. Additional locations:
West Palm Beach, Doral, Jacksonville, and Orlando, FL. Full‑time, regular employee.