Lead Hydropower Engineer
An established employee-owned engineering and environmental consulting firm is seeking a Lead Hydropower Engineer to support the growth of its hydropower practice and provide technical leadership on projects across North America.
This role provides the opportunity to lead the planning, design, and delivery of hydroelectric and water resource infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include technical leadership, project management, client relationship development, business growth initiatives, and staff mentorship. Projects may involve hydroelectric generation facilities, fisheries-related infrastructure, dams, water conveyance systems, and associated civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic engineering components.
Key Qualifications
Technical Expertise
- Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in hydropower engineering, project management, client management, and business development.
- Extensive experience with the analysis, design, rehabilitation, and construction of hydroelectric facilities, including:
- Dams
- Spillways
- Gates and water control structures
- Penstocks
- Powerhouse structures
- Turbine-generator equipment
- Balance of plant systems
- Strong understanding of applicable engineering codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams consisting of structural, hydraulic, hydrologic, geotechnical, mechanical, and electrical engineers.
- Familiarity with project permitting, licensing, and regulatory processes.
- Construction-phase support experience, including collaboration with owners, contractors, and stakeholders.
Project Leadership
- Proven track record managing large-scale, multidisciplinary engineering projects from planning through construction.
- Ability to develop practical and innovative solutions for complex challenges related to renewable energy, water resources, and infrastructure systems.
- Experience coordinating technical teams, project schedules, budgets, and client relationships.
Business Development & Client Management
- Demonstrated success developing and maintaining long-term client relationships.
- Experience supporting business development efforts, including proposal development, strategic planning, and account management.
- Ability to identify and pursue new opportunities within the hydropower and renewable energy markets.
Mentorship & Communication
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Passion for mentoring and developing junior engineering staff.
- Ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
Additional Requirements
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
- Willingness to travel as required for project and client needs.
- Valid driver's license.
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your resume and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organizations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.Â
That's why we recommend registering your resume so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.Â
Yes, we help with resume and interview preparation. From customized support on how to optimize your resume to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.