Senior Level Mechanical Project Engineer Jobs
Senior level mechanical project engineer jobs place experienced engineers in charge of technical direction, project outcomes, and the teams that deliver them. Openings are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, with 19% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Affiliated Engineers, Cuhaci Peterson, and Turner & Townsend hiring at this level now.
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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.
Serve as a key project participant leading mechanical design for hydropower facilities from planning through construction.Deliver equipment studies, condition assessments, calculations, specifications, and mechanical design packages.
Design and evaluate turbines, generators, gates, valves, pumps, cranes, hoists, and balance-of-plant systems.
Lead field investigations, equipment inspections, design workshops, and constructability reviews.
Coordinate mechanical interfaces across civil, structural, electrical, controls, hydraulic, and water resources disciplines.
Prepare and review equipment specifications, drawings, calculations, reports, bid packages, and construction deliverables.
Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, staffing, and client coordination for multidisciplinary projects.
Mentor early-career engineers through technical guidance, design reviews, and field experience.
Collaborate with HDR’s national Hydropower and Power network to access expertise and deliver projects nationwide.
Support utilities and water resources projects involving dams, gates, pumps, water conveyance, and related hydraulic equipment.
Perform other duties as needed
Masters degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.Approximately 7 or more years of progressive experience with hydropower, utility, dam, or water conveyance equipment. Prior consulting experience is a plus.
Consulting experience with turbines, gates, valves, pumps, balance-of-plant systems, fieldwork, and/or construction support.
Experience managing project scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, staffing, and clients.
Experience mentoring engineers and collaborating with regional and national technical teams.
#LI-MO1
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
- Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
What We Believe
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.
Our Commitment
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.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location
: United States-California-SacramentoOther Locations
: United States-California-FolsomIndustry
: PowerSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Posting
: Sep 14, 2026
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.
Serve as a key project participant leading mechanical design for hydropower facilities from planning through construction.Deliver equipment studies, condition assessments, calculations, specifications, and mechanical design packages.
Design and evaluate turbines, generators, gates, valves, pumps, cranes, hoists, and balance-of-plant systems.
Lead field investigations, equipment inspections, design workshops, and constructability reviews.
Coordinate mechanical interfaces across civil, structural, electrical, controls, hydraulic, and water resources disciplines.
Prepare and review equipment specifications, drawings, calculations, reports, bid packages, and construction deliverables.
Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, staffing, and client coordination for multidisciplinary projects.
Mentor early-career engineers through technical guidance, design reviews, and field experience.
Collaborate with HDR’s national Hydropower and Power network to access expertise and deliver projects nationwide.
Support utilities and water resources projects involving dams, gates, pumps, water conveyance, and related hydraulic equipment.
Perform other duties as needed
Masters degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.Approximately 7 or more years of progressive experience with hydropower, utility, dam, or water conveyance equipment. Prior consulting experience is a plus.
Consulting experience with turbines, gates, valves, pumps, balance-of-plant systems, fieldwork, and/or construction support.
Experience managing project scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, staffing, and clients.
Experience mentoring engineers and collaborating with regional and national technical teams.
#LI-MO1
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
- Previous experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software. (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit)
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
What We Believe
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.
Our Commitment
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.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location
: United States-California-SacramentoOther Locations
: United States-California-FolsomIndustry
: PowerSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Posting
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Senior Level Mechanical Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level mechanical project engineer job?
Employers hiring at this level look for engineers who have owned full project lifecycles, not just contributed to them. Demonstrable experience leading cross-functional teams, managing technical scope changes, and making independent design decisions carries more weight than tenure alone. Candidates who can show measurable outcomes on complex mechanical systems and a history of mentoring junior engineers stand out consistently.
Which companies hire senior level mechanical project engineers?
Companies hiring senior level mechanical project engineers right now include Affiliated Engineers, Cuhaci Peterson, and Turner & Townsend, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate in industrial manufacturers, defense contractors, energy firms, and engineering consultancies that manage large capital projects requiring senior technical leadership.
Are there remote senior level mechanical project engineer jobs?
Yes, though many roles still require on-site or hybrid presence given hands-on project oversight responsibilities. About 19% of senior level mechanical project engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote options most common in project management, systems engineering, and consulting-side roles where site visits are periodic rather than daily.
What makes a mechanical project engineer role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by scope of ownership, not just task complexity. At this stage, engineers are expected to set technical direction for a project, own budget and schedule accountability, resolve design conflicts across disciplines, and mentor less experienced engineers. The distinguishing factor is being the person others look to for decisions, not the person waiting for direction.
Which industries hire the most senior level mechanical project engineers?
Senior level mechanical project engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because their projects involve high-stakes mechanical systems, regulatory compliance requirements, and multi-year timelines that demand experienced engineers capable of leading from concept through commissioning.