OverviewHydroelectric Mechanical Engineer with PE. Be part of a growing team where you will work with people you want to be with and who value relationships.KGS Group is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients across North America. We are dedicated to building lasting relationships and delivering exceptional work by putting our people and clients first. We pursue KGS Quality by looking closely, digging deeper, and doing it right on every project. Explore some standout projects and accomplishments.As an employee-owned firm, we are invested in both our work and our team. Joining KGS means contributing to meaningful and technically exciting projects along the West Coast, while gaining access to diverse expertise and growth opportunities. Our focus is hydro, with long-standing clients in hydropower and water management as we expand our U.S. presence.KGS International offers the opportunity to help build something meaningful in hydropower. Employees have a real voice and play an active role in shaping the company’s direction and culture. We share a strong passion for clean energy and sustainable hydropower, creating a mission-driven environment where work matters.The company supports innovation, personal growth, and collaboration. Team members develop long-lasting co-worker and client relationships based on trust and results, solving complex challenges through creative thinking and partnerships with top industry solution providers.Be part of a company where your work makes an impact—and where you’re empowered to grow your career. Explore KGS news, insights, events, awards, and more in News & Insights.Your Role with KGS GroupYou will play a key role in delivering engineering solutions for hydro and dam projects, guiding technical teams, mentoring junior engineers, and coordinating the development and delivery of high-quality engineering work products across multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders. You will contribute to strengthening our broader engineering capabilities, with emphasis on advancing the hydro-mechanical practice and supporting strategic growth.In this role you will support project management activities, collaborate with internal and external clients, and lead teams performing technical work on turbines, generators, and other balance of plant systems, including gates, hoists, cranes, pumping systems, and lubrication systems at hydroelectric facilities. You will oversee feasibility studies, detailed engineering design, construction documentation, and conduct site visits and inspections. This position offers a collaborative environment of engineers, technologists, scientists, and industry experts while engaging directly with clients.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign modifications to, or entirely new, mechanical systems related to dams, control structures, water retaining structures, and hydroelectric generating stations.Execute multiple projects from proposal through completion, including small to large projects in water resources, flood control, and hydroelectric sectors.Conduct site investigations, condition assessments, and provide design and construction support.Mechanical engineering design and refurbishment of cranes, hoists, hydroelectric turbines, generators, and other balance of plant systems.Conduct feasibility studies for proposed designs and assess costs and benefits for alternatives.Preparation and review of reports.Work collaboratively with other disciplines to meet quality objectives, schedules, and budgets.Edit and prepare design specifications.Contribute to the development of the hydro-mechanical practice by documenting knowledge, improving internal processes, coordinating training content, and supporting growth initiatives.Perform other duties as assigned.Community InformationThe successful candidate may work from any of our three West Coast offices: Bellevue, WA; Corvallis, OR; or Granite Bay, CA—with direct supervision based in Corvallis, OR. Each location offers lifestyle benefits and community strengths.Bellevue, Washington is a growing city with a thriving tech sector, outdoor spaces, and high quality of life. Learn more about the city.Corvallis, Oregon offers small-town charm, natural beauty, and a strong community. Learn more about the city.Sacramento (Granite Bay), California is a vibrant metropolitan hub with diverse culture and proximity to major Northern California destinations. The office is located near Sacramento in Granite Bay, offering a serene residential environment with outdoor recreation and top-rated schools.Background ProfileBachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical EngineeringMechanical engineering expertise in hydroelectric power projectsProfessional Engineer (P.E.) registration in Washington, Oregon, or California; candidates not licensed must obtain P.E. licensure within one year of hire in WA, OR, or CAExperience performing site investigations, condition assessments, engineering design, and construction supportFor more information about this position, please contact the recruiter. Contact: Jennifer Powers. Phone or Text: 916-304-6661. Email: jennifer@jpowersinc.com
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