Mechanical Engineer (Mid-Level) – Hydropower Project

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

• Review and develop mechanical designs for hydropower systems, including turbines, generators (mechanical interfaces), valves, gates, penstocks, and auxiliary equipment

• Prepare and review technical specifications, data sheets, and drawings

• Ensure designs comply with relevant international standards, codes, and project requirements

• Participate in value engineering and constructability reviews

Procurement & Vendor Coordination

• Support procurement processes, including technical bid evaluations and vendor selection

• Review supplier drawings, calculations, and manufacturing documentation

• Coordinate with equipment suppliers and manufacturers to resolve technical issues

Construction & Installation Support

• Provide on-site engineering support during fabrication, installation, and erection of mechanical equipment

• Review method statements and installation procedures

• Monitor construction progress and quality, ensuring compliance with specifications

• Identify and resolve mechanical interface issues with civil and electrical works

Testing & Commissioning

• Support mechanical testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities

• Review and approve test procedures and results

• Assist with performance testing and defect resolution

Project Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams and contractors

• Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and engineering documentation

• Support health, safety, and environmental requirements on site

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

• Professional registration or progress toward professional certification is desirable

Experience

• Typically 4–8 years of experience in mechanical engineering

• Experience in hydropower projects or similar heavy infrastructure (e.g. dams, water treatment plants, thermal power, oil & gas, or large industrial facilities)

• Experience with rotating equipment, valves, piping, and structural steel interfaces

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of hydropower mechanical systems (turbines, gates, penstocks, auxiliary systems)

• Familiarity with relevant standards (e.g. IEC, ISO, ASME or equivalent)

• Ability to read and review mechanical drawings and calculations

• Experience with CAD and engineering software (e.g. AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar)

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Good communication skills for working with multidisciplinary teams

• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision

• Willingness to travel or work on-site as required by the project