Salary: $150,000 - $175,000 The Opportunity: Our client, a nationally recognized engineering firm, is seeking a Business Development leader with a background in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering in the Pacific Northwest. Our client is looking for a "Seller Doer." Someone who is skilled in growing the business as well as delivering on technical design work. The role itself can be located in Portland, Bend, Oregon, or Seattle, Washington. Come join our clients' world-class Electrical Team. As an Electrical Engineer in this dynamic team, you will play a vital role in supporting the electrical discipline and ensuring the success of diverse and innovative projects. Your Impact: Join a team making a real difference. Grow the business with us. Our customers work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy. Your Role: • Design and plan electrical power systems for all types of projects including but not limited to: hospitals, laboratories, high-rise offices, educational facilities, and other commercial and institutional projects. • Contribute to business development efforts by maintaining relationships with existing clients and identifying opportunities for future work. • Support proposal development and project pursuits, including assisting with technical narratives, scope definition, and client presentations. • Collaborate with leadership to identify strategic growth opportunities in key markets such as education, healthcare, and commercial projects. • Collaborate with external team members including architects, outside consultants, code officials, and contractors. • Partner with internal team members of other disciplines to deliver fully coordinated and thoughtfully developed designs. • Ensure high-quality work produced by electrical design team members through consistent quality control processes. • Train and mentor electrical designers to help them grow and develop their design and consulting skills. • Support Project Managers in overseeing project budgets, schedules, and team coordinationfostering a culture of efficiency and excellence. • Participate in the review of MEP systems, interface with code officials and contractors, and engage with architects and clients to establish yourself as a trusted partner. Qualifications: • 7+ years of experience as an MEP Engineer in infrastructure and/or building systems. • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering. • Professional Engineering (PE) license required. • Knowledge of OSHPD (HCAI) standards preferred. • Experience in sustainable design, demonstrating a commitment to eco-friendly solutions. • Proficiency in Revit, showcasing mastery of industry-leading design tools. • LEED AP BD+C accreditation and WELL certification preferred. • Must be located in Portland, Bend, Oregon, or Seattle, Washington Life at Our Clients Firm: The perks of joining this team include: • Comprehensive, market-competitive benefits. • Merit-based financial rewards. • Flexibility and a strong company-wide commitment to work/life balance. • Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees. • Continuous learning and development opportunities for professional growth.
See More Details >>At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water. We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story. Responsibilities Mott MacDonald seeking a Senior Project Engineer with in Marine Structures to lead and deliver challenging waterfront infrastructure projects. This role focuses on structural design and project management for ports and coastal facilities in the Pacific Northwest. You will be part of a collaborative ports, coastal, and offshore (PCO) practice that develops and modernizes port infrastructure, improves coastal resiliency, and supports emerging markets like offshore wind. Key responsibilities include: • Plan and conductcondition assessments of piers, wharves, dolphins, and other marine structures, and prepare detailed inspection reports. This includes evaluating timber, concrete, and steel components for integrity and remaining life. • Lead the structural analysis and design of port and waterfront facilities – such as piers, wharves, dolphins, bulkheads, fender systems, and ferry terminals – in both rehabilitation and new construction projects. Develop design concepts, perform calculations (including seismic and fatigue analysis), and produce engineering drawings and specifications. Ensure designs meet applicable codes (ASCE, AASHTO, UFC, IBC, City Codes, etc.) and client standards. • Manage marine infrastructure projects from planning through delivery, including scoping, scheduling, and budgeting. Track progress and costs, implement quality control, and regularly report to senior management. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (geotechnical, coastal, electrical, etc.) and subconsultants to keep projects on schedule and within budget. • Provide technical support during construction, including resolving design issues encountered in the field, reviewing submittals/RFIs, and performing site visits or field inspections to ensure compliance with design intent. Assist in developing contracting strategies and construction sequencing to minimize operational impacts. • Work closely with clients such as port authorities and naval facilities to understand needs and deliver timely solutions. Ensure client satisfaction through clear communication and reliable execution. Assist in proposals and presentations for new work, leveraging your technical expertise and past project experience to win future projects. • Supervise andmentor junior engineers and CAD designers, providing guidance in analysis methods, design practices, and professional growth. Lead by example in fostering a safe, inclusive, and innovative team environment. You will often serve as the technical lead or task manager, coordinating contributions from various disciplines. • Prepare high-quality engineering documents including calculation packages, technical memos, design criteria,technical specifications, and cost estimates for project designs. Author and review structural design reports and studies (e.g., basis of design, feasibility studies) and ensure deliverables meet both internal and client quality standards. Candidate Qualifications & Skills • Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (master’s degree preferred).Active PE license in Washington or Oregon is required (or ability to obtain promptly); a Structural Engineer (SE) license is a plus. • 8–12 years of progressive experience in structural engineering in waterfront structures, bridges, or building design. This may include design of port structures (wharves, pier substructures, bulkheads, mooring dolphins, etc.), and should include overseeing projects from concept through final design and construction. Should have experience writing technical specifications or special provisions and working with cost estimators to develop cost estimates. Experience in both rehabilitation and new design is valuable. • Proficiency in structural analysis and design for marine environments. Strong knowledge ofconcrete and steel in marine applications, pile/foundation design, and seismic design of main force resisting systems. Familiarity with design codes and guidelines: e.g., ASCE 61 (Seismic Design of Piers/Wharves), PIANC, ASCE MOP 130, ACI/AISC, and NAVFAC criteria for waterfront facilities. Experience performing condition assessments (timber, concrete, steel) and designing structural retrofits is important. • Experience with industry-standard structural software such as SAP2000, LPILE, RISA, MathCAD, and AutoCAD or Revit for drafting. Familiarity with project management tools (MS Project) and spreadsheet analysis. Finite element modeling experience for dynamic loads (wave, seismic) is a plus. • Project Management & Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead engineering tasks and small project teams. Skills in scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management for projects are required. Proven success in delivering projects on time and on budget, managing change, and coordinating multidisciplinary inputs. Experience reporting to senior managers or clients on project status. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to draft clear technical reports and specifications, and to present engineering concepts to clients or stakeholders. Experience collaborating directly with clients is highly desirable, as is experience supporting proposal efforts. • While not required, it is preferred that a candidate has road understanding of port and coastal infrastructure challenges. Knowledge ofterminal operations, pier utility systems, dredging and waterfront construction constraints will inform practical designs. Familiarity with emerging trends like Offshore Wind foundations or electrification of ports is a plus, as our projects increasingly intersect with renewable energy and sustainability goals. • Self-motivated and proactive approach to problem-solving. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail (for complex engineering calculations and contract documents). Leadership qualities to mentor junior staff and foster teamwork. An interest in innovative engineering solutions and continuous learning in the marine sector. Note: This position may require occasional travel to project sites (mostly regional Pacific Northwest). Typical projects involve working around marine environments – the candidate should be prepared for on-site inspections (sometimes at piers, docks, or aboard vessels) and coordination meetings at client facilities. Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America. At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. The expected salary for this position is $142,000- $173,000 for Washington. Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. Equal opportunity is the law. We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. Englishversion Spanishversion Chineseversion All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status. Hybrid working policy At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust. Location(s): Seattle, WA, US Portland, OR, US Contract Type: Regular (US only) Work Pattern: Full Time Market: Water Discipline: Maritime Job Ref: 12040 Recruiter Contact: Heather Yawger
See More Details >>At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. 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? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each 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. The power generation market continues to grow and evolve given strong capacity demand signals that haven’t existed for over a decade. As a result, our national Power Generation team is poised for monumental growth. We are seeking a qualified Senior Mechanical Engineer to help our clients develop, contract, and implement natural gas and potentially renewable energy generation projects while serving as Engineer of Record or Owner’s Engineer. Opportunities are available in these preferred locations: Austin, Ann Arbor, Boise, Bismarck, Billings, Charlotte, Chicago, Denver, Irvine, Fort Worth, Houston, Honolulu, Kansas City, Madison, Minneapolis, Missoula, Omaha, Phoenix, Portland (OR & ME), Richmond, Raleigh, Sacramento/Folsom, San Diego, Seattle, Spokane, St Louis, Syracuse. HDR is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our national Power Generation team. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be joining a highly capable, multi-discipline team that supports power and energy projects primarily within the utility, IPP, industrial, and institutional sectors. Primary duties typically involve leadership of the project mechanical team, coordination with other engineering disciplines, monitoring, and communication of project status, and providing mechanical engineering support for detailed design and owner’s engineer projects on both a technical and contractual level. Preferred candidates will have significant experience utility-scale power generation systems and equipment, and proven ability to plan, schedule, and lead design projects. Typical deliverables developed by this individual and/or their team include construction drawings, bid specifications, mechanical equipment sizing calculations, technical memos, bid evaluations, code reviews, feasibility studies, reports, and cost estimates. Significant experience with the design and specification of power generation systems for simple cycle, combined cycle, distributed generation, and RICE projects is preferred. Project roles will vary based on the size and type of the project, as well as the capabilities, experience, and preferred focus of the engineer. Project roles will typically consist of lead mechanical engineer and project engineering manager and may include project manager. Most tasks will be done in a collaborative manner involving engineers and designers from several other disciplines. Preferred Qualifications • BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university. • Minimum 15 years of experience in power generation design. • Gas turbine, steam turbine and/or large reciprocating engine experience or subject matter expertise. • Design experience with simple cycle and combined cycle power generation • Previous experience with an engineering power consulting or EPC firm desired. • Minimum 10 years of experience, ideally in the fossil power industry with a blend of design and owner’s engineer projects. • Have the ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments. • Excellent communication and analytical skills. • Willing to mentor less experienced engineers and EITs. • Proficient at working within an established schedule and budget • Position will include an expectation of less than 10% travel for meetings with clients and vendors as well as project site visits. , Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Engineering • A minimum of 10 years of experience • Professional Engineers (PE or P.Eng) license • Extensive experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard Power Market Sector design software (examples include PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, AutoPipe, and Revit) • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture What We Believe HDR 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. Our Commitment As 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. Our 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. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The targeted salary range for this position (based on experience and location) is $108,661 - $204,250. Primary Location: United States-Michigan-Ann Arbor Other Locations: United States-Texas-Round Rock, United States-North Carolina-Charlotte, United States-Pennsylvania-Bethlehem, United States-Oregon-Salem, United States-Maryland-Baltimore, United States-Montana-Missoula, United States-Texas-Houston, United States-California-Irvine, United States-Wisconsin-Madison, United States-New York-Buffalo, United States-Washington-Tacoma, United States-Nevada-Reno, United States-Colorado-Fort Collins, United States-California-Folsom, United States-Oregon-Portland, United States-Montana-Bozeman, United States-Colorado-Durango, United States-Washington-Seattle, United States-Nevada-Las Vegas, United States-Montana-Billings, United States-Texas-Dallas, United States-Montana-Helena, United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Virginia-Arlington, United States-Washington-Pasco, United States-Texas-Austin, United States-California-Claremont, United States-Massachusetts-Boston, United States-Colorado-Denver, United States-Oregon-Bend, United States-Missouri-St Louis, United States-Arizona-Tucson, United States-Arkansas-Little Rock, United States-Pennsylvania-Mechanicsburg, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-Washington-Vancouver, United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs, United States-Wisconsin-Milwaukee, United States-Hawaii-Honolulu, United States-Maryland-Fulton, United States-Arizona-Phoenix, United States-Kentucky-Louisville, United States-Georgia-Atlanta, United States-South Carolina-Greenville, United States-Illinois-Rosemont, United States-California-Walnut Creek, United States-Tennessee-Memphis, United States-Montana-Kalispell, United States-Virginia-Richmond, United States-Washington-Gig Harbor, United States-Rhode Island-Providence, United States-Ohio-Cleveland, United States-Florida-Tampa, United States-Florida-West Palm Beach, United States-Ohio-Columbus, United States-Tennessee-Chattanooga, United States-Kentucky-Lexington, United States-Kansas-Olathe, United States-Georgia-Pooler, United States-Washington-Bellevue, United States-Missouri-Kansas City, United States-North Carolina-Wilmington, United States-Tennessee-Nashville, United States-California-San Jose, United States-New Jersey-Newark, United States-Florida-Pensacola, United States-New Mexico-Albuquerque, United States-New York-White Plains, United States-Minnesota-St. Paul, United States-California-San Francisco, United States-South Carolina-Charleston, United States-Virginia-Roanoke, United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-Virginia-Vienna, United States-Florida-Orlando, United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis, United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh, United States-New York-Syracuse, United States-California-San Diego, United States-Virginia-Norfolk, United States-Pennsylvania-Philadelphia, United States-Virginia-Glen Allen, United States-California-Riverside, United States-Nebraska-Lincoln, United States-Montana-Butte, United States-Florida-Miami, United States-Nebraska-Omaha, United States-New Jersey-Pennington, United States-California-Sacramento, United States-Connecticut-Rocky Hill, United States-New York-New York, United States-North Carolina-Winston-Salem, United States-Virginia-Alexandria, United States-Michigan-Detroit, United States-North Dakota-Bismarck, United States-Maine-Portland, United States-California-Oakland, United States-North Dakota-Fargo, United States-New Jersey-Woodcliff Lake, United States-Florida-Jacksonville, United States-Illinois-Chicago, United States-California-Los Angeles, United States-Idaho-Boise, United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-Texas-San Antonio, United States-West Virginia-Charleston, United States-Connecticut-Hartford Industry: Power Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Power Generation Job Posting: Jun 4, 2025 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Portland, WA typically begins with a structured apprenticeship, blending hands-on experience with theoretical learning. These apprenticeships, lasting approximately three to four years, provide comprehensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are 64,539 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with a projected job growth of 11% from 2023 to 2033. In Portland, apprentices can expect to earn an average weekly wage of $1,351, with experienced professionals often surpassing $1,600 weekly. Educational institutions, trade unions, and platforms like HireLevel facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with substantial earning potential.
