Senior Hydro Mechanical Engineer

🕒 March 27

🌲 Oregon, Washington – Remote

🌲 Oregon – Remote ☕ Washington – Remote

💵 $120k - $165k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

🧑‍🔧 Mechanical Engineer

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ENTRUST Solutions Group

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2002

⚡ Energy

🤝 B2B

Energy • B2B

ENTRUST Solutions Group is a North American utility engineering and consulting firm specializing in electric and gas infrastructure. The company delivers engineering, program and project management, regulatory compliance, inspection and construction management, automation, and data solutions across transmission, distribution, substations, power generation, renewable energy, and pipeline projects. Serving utilities, co-ops, municipal and government clients across all 50 states and Canada, ENTRUST emphasizes innovation, technical expertise, and community-focused infrastructure modernization with a workforce of over 3,200 professionals and more than two decades of experience.

📋 Description

• Perform mechanical design and review of hydro turbines (Francis, Kaplan, Pelton, etc.) and associated components. • Perform and review mechanical calculations including structural integrity, vibration, fatigue, and hydraulic load assessments. • Conduct or supervise finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations using tools such as ANSYS or equivalent software. • Support condition assessment, refurbishment, uprating, and modernization projects. • Prepare and review technical specifications, calculation notes, design reports, and drawings. • Support selection and sizing of turbine equipment and auxiliary mechanical systems. • Provide technical evaluation of vendor proposals and participate in technical bid assessments. • Review and approve manufacturer documentation and fabrication drawings. • Lead and/or support turbine commissioning activities, including installation supervision, testing, troubleshooting, and performance verification. • Troubleshoot mechanical and operational issues during commissioning and operation phases. • Coordinate with electrical, civil, and control engineers for integrated hydropower plant design. • Ensure compliance with applicable IEC, ASME standards and relevant international codes. • Prepare detailed technical reports and inspection documentation. • Provide construction support services including submittal review, site inspections, and quality assurance. • Attend client meetings (both virtually and in-person). • Travel as required but not expected to exceed 25%.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from ABET accredited university (with emphasis in stress analysis, mechanical design or turbomachinery). • Minimum 7–12 years of experience in hydropower. • Strong experience in hydro turbine design and engineering. • Proven experience in turbine commissioning and performance testing. • Hands-on experience FEA and/or CFD software applied to hydro machinery. • Good understanding of rotor dynamics and mechanical behavior of rotating equipment. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical reporting skills. • Willingness to travel for site inspections and commissioning activities. • Must have a valid driver's license without restrictions.

🏖️ Benefits

• 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, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules. • Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match. • Tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans. • HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available. • Full-time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours. • May be eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.