HDR · 1 day ago
Hydropower Mechanical Engineering Section Manager
Folsom, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$131K/yr - $187K/yr
10+ years expHDR is a company focused on creating a welcoming environment and fostering a culture of inclusion. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Section Manager to oversee the operations of the production section, ensuring quality control, staff development, and project management within the Power/Hydropower team.
ArchitectureConsulting
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
An employee assistance program
Paid time away
Parental leave
Paid holidays
A retirement savings plan with employer match
Employee referral bonus
Tuition reimbursement
Company
HDR
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