Mechanical Engineer design - Hydropower

Your role

To perform the role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following independently or under the supervision of senior engineers:

• To perform the role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following independently or under the supervision of senior engineers:

  Perform the following for the hydropower plant turbine-generator units, governors, MIV, EOT cranes and balance of plant systems such as cooling water, drainage-dewatering, HVAC, fire protection and compressed air systems:

• Design analysis and calculations for selection and sizing of turbines and mechanical balance of plant equipment.
• Prepare technical and performance specifications and work with vendors for the equipment supply contracts.
• Prepare design basis memoranda, technical memoranda, and reports, and coordinate report preparation within a multidisciplinary team.
• Work with drafting technicians to prepare design drawings and conceptual / tender level drawings.
• Prepare Bills of Materials and cost estimation.
• Review manufactures drawings, calculations, specifications and test reports.
• Preparation of testing and commissioning procedures.
• Preparation and review of as-built/ record/ closeout drawings and documents.
• Preparation and review of quality assurance procedures, performing inspections at vendor's workshops.
• Work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team, coordinating with civil, electrical, and other mechanical engineers.
• Work effectively with peers, junior engineers and other discipline designers to ensure accurate delivery that will meet utility Standards, industry standards and meet good engineering practices, policies and procedures.

• Minimum Qualification

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized Institution.
• A minimum of 7 to 12 years of experience in the hydroelectric industry with specific experience in turbine-generator units, balance of plant and/ or heavy mechanical equipment.
• Knowledge of ASME, ASTM, IEC, ASHRAE, NFPA, USBR and other codes, standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to the work.
• Proficiency in Office software products is essential.
• AutoCAD software experience.
• Revit or other 3D software knowledge will be an asset.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.