Kleinschmidt Associates ยท 1 week ago
Mechanical Engineer
Kleinschmidt Associates is a premier employee-owned consulting firm specializing in hydropower, seeking a Mechanical Engineer to perform mechanical design work for hydroelectric and fish passage systems. The role involves addressing unique design challenges related to fish passage projects and hydroelectric turbines, while also engaging in customer-facing consulting work.
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Responsibilities
Perform mechanical design work for hydroelectric and fish passage systems
Work effectively with clients and team members while applying mechanical engineering skills from feasibility, analysis and design, and construction
Handle unique design issues for fish passage projects, hydroelectric turbines, gates, trash rakes, and hydroelectric balance of plant retrofits and rehabilitation efforts at existing hydroelectric projects
Design of new power stations with a future in customer-facing consulting work
Qualification
Required
A licensed engineer (or willing and able to get a PE licensure within 2 years)
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Capable of working effectively with clients and team members while applying mechanical engineering skills from feasibility, analysis and design, and construction
Machine design experience preferably facility design in oil systems, cooling and filtration water systems, HVAC systems, or other hydraulic/pneumatic machinery
Capable of working in an integrated design environment and 3-D modeling for CFD, FEA, or MEP purposes
Must possess permanent authorization to work in the United States
Must be willing to travel and possess a valid driver's license
Preferred
Hydroelectric design, consulting experience, or construction support
Benefits
Competitive salary
Bonus Program
Comprehensive medical/dental/vision package
401(k) with 4% employer match and 100% immediate vesting
10 Paid Floating Holidays
Paid Time Off
Company Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
Employee Ownership
Company
Kleinschmidt Associates
Kleinschmidt Associates is a renewables & environment company that offers engineering, regulatory, and environmental consulting services.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-10-24
2025-10-09
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