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Stantec · 4 months ago

Mechanical Engineer-Hydropower

350 North Orleans Street, Chicago, IL, 60654, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$83K/yr - $120K/yr

3+ years exp

Stantec is a leading design firm focused on powering the world through innovative solutions in various engineering fields. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer specializing in hydropower to work on water resource projects, including the design and rehabilitation of hydro-mechanical equipment, while collaborating with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams.

ArchitectureConsultingInterior DesignProfessional Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct interpretations of drawings, codes, and other similar materials

Perform design for the mechanical discipline using knowledge of relevant software programs

Work with other engineering disciplines and professionals in the coordination of projects under the direction of a senior engineer/ designer

Perform field work as directed by a senior engineer/ designer

Perform calculations to analyze and design individual mechanical system components using company standard software and proprietary manufacturer software

Assist with collecting data and gathering information to support design decisions

Perform planning studies, detailed analyses and designs, and construction services related to hydro-mechanical equipment associated with hydroelectric power plants for various domestic and international projects

Prepare technical specifications related to procurement, design, and installation of turbine-generators and auxiliary systems, inlet valves, pressure relief valves, plant systems

Perform procurement analysis and design review of hydro-mechanical systems including hydraulic turbines, speed governing systems, turbine shut-off valves and synchronous generators

Perform condition assessment of power plant mechanical equipment, including turbines, generators, and ancillary equipment

Perform risk assessment, ranking and life cycle costing of mechanical equipment replacement, repair and rehabilitation

Perform technical reviews of vendor drawings, calculations, procedures, reports

Provide site support for equipment commissioning and testing

Perform other duties as assigned by the senior engineering staff

Qualification

Hydro engineeringMechanical system designTurbine-generator designAutoCADFEACFDMicrosoft Office SuitePowerhouse equipment designHydro rehabilitationClient interactionTeam collaborationWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum 3 years of experience in mechanical engineering

Strong computer skills

Strong writing and communication skills

Ability to work well in a team environment

Understanding of drafting/design tools such as AutoCAD

Ability to lead, participate and collaborate in project team settings

Understanding of mechanical engineering concepts

Ability to interpret sketches, drawings, and other similar material

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Experience in powerhouse equipment design, commissioning, and testing, including turbines, governing systems, gates and hoists, trash racks, bulkheads, overhead cranes etc

Experience with manufacturing methods, non-destructive examination, and witnessing shop inspections of hydro mechanical equipment

Hydro engineering experience for hydroelectric power plants and water control structures specifically dams, spillways, intakes and outlets

Experience in turbine-generator, valve equipment design

Experience performing calculations related to turbine selections, turbine component mechanical design, FEA and fatigue studies

Hydro rehabilitation experience including upgrade planning and design for existing hydro

Experience in providing mechanical support for hydroelectric planning / development of planning reports

Experience in project reports, budget and schedule management and client interaction such as client presentations, scoping and marketing

Experience with preparation of proposals

Demonstrated strength in written and verbal communication

Knowledge of power plant Health and Safety requirements and PPE

Knowledge of power plant equipment costs, manufacturing lead time and sourcing

Experience with risk assessment, ranking of alternative, life cycles cost of mechanical equipment

Preferred

Understanding and experience working with FEA, CFD and 3D modeling programs

Ability to take direction, follow process and accept feedback and suggestions from Senior Engineers/Designers

Company

Stantec

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Stantec is a professional services company that provides engineering, architecture, design, and consulting services.

Founded in 1954

Edmonton, Alberta, CAN

10001+ employees

http://www.stantec.com

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