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As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?\nWatch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'\nEach and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.\nHDR is looking for a Mechanical Designer to join our Power and Hydropower team. This team provides engineering consulting services to electric utilities and independent power producers located across the U.S. This individual will be expected to lead and support a variety of projects involving mechanical balance of plant upgrades at existing hydropower and thermal generation facilities, major mechanical equipment upgrades at existing hydropower and thermal generation facilities, and feasibility studies for new power generation projects. They will work with a multi-discipline group of engineers and technicians providing engineering and design services to power sector clients. Typical projects involve life extension and system upgrades of existing hydropower and thermal generating facilities as well as design of new facilities. In the role of Mechanical Designer, we'll count on you to:\nDevelop general arrangement drawings, mechanical equipment layouts, piping & instrumentation diagrams, piping isometric and orthographic drawings, composite arrangement drawings, piping support drawings, bills-of-material, lists, sketches, and other mechanical construction documents using tools and software including AutoCAD Plant 3D, AutoCAD P&ID, Navisworks, and LiDAR.\nCoordinate the location of platforms to equipment and piping elements to allow access for operations and maintenance and will be familiar with space requirements for both operations, maintenance and construction requirements.\nCoordinate with engineers and designers of other disciplines like electrical, structural, and civil design practices throughout the course of the project.\nDevelop and oversee the production of BIM and CAD models, ultimately resulting in construction documents.\nIndependently create and oversee development of design models under broad direction from the project team or Project Manager.\nLead a team of multi-disciplinary designers and CAD staff on detailed design projects.\nTrain and mentor BIM staff in detailing and plans production.\nDirect preparation of drawings by other BIM Technicians of lesser experience or directly supervise BIM staff as needed.\nDevelop BIM Execution Plans detailing the plan for executing the work and addressing items such as software, standards, deliverables, approach, and team member roles/responsibilities.\nComplete projects with distinctive design features differing significantly from BIM Technician precedents as needed.\nWork with client or contractor representatives using the BIM model for review purposes.\nPerform site inspections which may require confined space entry.\nPerform other duties as needed. \n*LI-SM1\nRequired Qualifications\nTechnical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience\nA minimum of 5 years related industry experience\nAdvanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure\nAdvanced skillset of 3D Coordination tool\nCompetency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools\nAdvanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts\nKnowledge of industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications\nExcellent communication skills, attention to detail and organizational traits are essential\nWhat We Believe\nHDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.\nOur Commitment\nAs employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.\nOur eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. 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