HDR

Hydropower Mechanical Engineering Section Manager

HDR$120K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects effectively
  • Commitment to the employee-owned culture

Responsibilities

  • Oversee production section operations focusing on staff development and quality control
  • Ensure quality in technical documentation and client presentations
  • Lead feasibility studies and manage project cost estimates
  • Act as Technical Leader and Project Manager ensuring client satisfaction
  • Coordinate administrative functions and lead multidisciplinary teams
  • Implement and monitor company policies across projects
  • Support local and national marketing efforts in collaboration with practice areas

Benefits

  • Employee ownership model fostering engagement and commitment
  • Support for professional development and training opportunities
  • Inclusive environment with employee network groups
  • Collaboration with recognized industry experts
  • Focus on sustainable and impactful engineering solutions
Full Job Description
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 oversite 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 *LI-MO1 Qualifications Required Qualifications • 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 Preferred Qualifications • 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

About HDR

HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
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Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1917

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