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Stantec

Hydro-Mechanical Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

Join us for a chance to grow professionally at one of the world's top design firms while building ... Your Opportunity We are currently engaged as the Owner's Consulting Engineer in several hydro ...

Stantec

Hydro-Mechanical Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$107K - $160K/yr

Collaborating with project engineers and project managers to assist in planning, design, CAD ... The role requires a strong understanding of the mechanical design of hydro units. This includes ...

Norsk Hydro

Application Engineer

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production ... Provide technical design support to a wide range of customers in the industrial and consumer ...

Norsk Hydro

Application Engineer

Rosemont, IL · On-site

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production ... Provide technical design support to a wide range of customers in the industrial and consumer ...

Norsk Hydro

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production ... Provide technical design support to a wide range of customers in the industrial and consumer ...

American Hydro

Field Service Millwright (Hydro)

York, PA

$24.75 - $32.50/hr

Company Description Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is a leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydro electric industry, specializing in design, engineering ...

Hydro-Gear

Manufacturing Engineer

Princeton, KY

$61K - $79K/yr

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, building, programming, and supporting the ... Hydro-Gear is a world leader in the design and production of precision drive solutions, serving ...

American Hydro

Field Service Millwright (Hydro)

York, PA

$24.75 - $32.50/hr

Company Description Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is a leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydro electric industry, specializing in design, engineering ...

American Hydro

Field Service Millwright (Hydro)

York, PA

$24.75 - $32.50/hr

Company Description Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is a leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydro electric industry, specializing in design, engineering ...

Norsk Hydro

Electrical Engineer (CRE)

Cressona, PA · On-site

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production ... Design or supervisory design experience in electrical systems, primarily 480VAC. * Hands-on ...

Norsk Hydro

Mechanical Engineer

Cressona, PA

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production ... Working knowledge of machine design, hydraulics, pneumatics, combustion, instrumentation, and ...

Helen of Troy

Product Engineer, Hydro Flask

Bend, OR · On-site

Hydro Flask . Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives ... Working with design and manufacturing engineering team to create robust products using tools like ...

HDR

Senior Electrical/I&C Design Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$98K - $132K/yr

... hydro, coal fired, simple cycle, combined cycle, and coal fired. Experience in battery storage and ... Prepare detailed design packages for generation and storage facilities. * Prepare engineering ...

Norsk Hydro

Electrical Engineer (CRE)

Cressona, PA · On-site

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production ... Design or supervisory design experience in electrical systems, primarily 480VAC. * Hands-on ...

Norsk Hydro

Mechanical Engineer

Cressona, PA · On-site

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production ... Working knowledge of machine design, hydraulics, pneumatics, combustion, instrumentation, and ...

HDR

Senior Electrical/I&C Design Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$98K - $132K/yr

... hydro, coal fired, simple cycle, combined cycle, and coal fired. Experience in battery storage and ... Prepare detailed design packages for generation and storage facilities. * Prepare engineering ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for hydro design engineer in the United States is $88,150.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $68,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hydro Design Engineer vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectHydro Design EngineerMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering; relevant certificationsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering; professional licensure often preferred
Work EnvironmentDesigning hydraulic systems, working on water infrastructure projectsDesigning mechanical systems, working in manufacturing or industrial settings
Industry UsageWater resources, hydraulic systems, environmental projectsManufacturing, automotive, aerospace, energy sectors

Hydro Design Engineers focus on water-related infrastructure and hydraulic systems, requiring specialized knowledge in fluid mechanics. Mechanical Engineers have a broader scope, working on various mechanical systems across industries. While both roles require engineering degrees, Hydro Design Engineers specialize in water and hydraulic projects, whereas Mechanical Engineers work on diverse mechanical applications.

What cities are hiring for Hydro Design Engineer jobs? Cities with the most Hydro Design Engineer job openings:
Infographic showing various Hydro Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 88% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,150 per year, or $42.4 per hour.
Civil Engineer I-III

Civil Engineer I-III

Sherwood Design Engineers

Petaluma, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Design Engineer I-III
Petaluma, CA or Napa, CA
About Sherwood Design Engineers
Sherwood is a civil and environmental engineering firm that is committed to investing in and embracing people, communities and the environment.
Our team has delivered net zero energy and net zero carbon systems, net positive water systems, resilient coastlines, natural resource protection, green streets, living roofs and more for thousands of clients in the region and across the globe. We specialize in sustainable infrastructure, water management strategies, green building design, and systems based solutions for infrastructure and landscapes. Our focus is on the conservation and management of the consumption of all site resources - carbon, energy, water, and waste. We've worked on over thirty award-winning projects, and our work has been published locally and internationally.
Founded in 2003, our award-winning projects include Hudson Yards in New York (the largest private real estate development in U.S. history), San Francisco Better Streets Plan, Greater New Orleans Urban Water Plan, revitalization of the iconic waterfront Brooklyn Bridge Park, and the 35 square-km Baietan Urban Area Plan in the heart of Guangzhou, China.
Our mission is to engineer an environmentally and socially regenerative planet. Will you join us?
Role Summary
At Sherwood Design Engineers, we value collaboration that incorporates multiple perspectives, and believe that diverse ideas produce more robust and equitable solutions. We have an amazing opportunity for a driven and curious Design Engineer focused on site civil design to support our team.
Minimum Skills
  • Typically 2-6 years of industry experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering - Civil and/or Environmental
  • Exercises sound judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional and innovative work.
  • Apply specific techniques and procedures based on established guidelines to complete assigned tasks
  • Understands survey base files, coordinate frames and varying units
  • Proficient in assembling and collating plan set packages
  • Construction Documentation experience on Commercial, Institutional, and Residential projects
  • Working knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and cloud-based collaboration software (Google Apps, Asana, Dropbox, Sharepoint, etc.)
  • Proficient in AutoCAD

Preferred Skills
  • Knowledge of civil design programs (Civil 3D, LDT, Hydro CAD, Flowmasters, StormCAD, etc)
  • Knowledge of Graphics programs (Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, etc.)
  • Certifications or other sustainability-oriented accreditation preferred (LEED,PE, etc.)
  • Knowledge of natural systems, green infrastructure
  • Knowledge of hydrology
  • Knowledge of GIS principles
  • Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

Expected Outcomes
  • Physical Site Assessment and Field Visits
  • Research, understand, and summarize regulatory requirements for residential, commercial, and industrial development projects, public works improvements, or other capital improvement projects using applied knowledge of civil engineering
  • Data Collection and Processing
  • Numerical Computations in the field of CIvil Engineering, Hydrology and Hydraulics, Stormwater management, etc
  • Prepare Technical Reports, Project Specifications, and Cost Estimates
  • Create and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics
  • Use drafting tools or computer-aided design (CAD) equipment and software in design work.
  • Design naturally and physically built structures using knowledge of biology, statistics, dynamics, materials, kinematics, hydrology, hydraulics, and geotechnics
  • Oversee construction of projects to ensure adherence to design specifications
  • Ensure projects comply with local zoning and ordinances, as well as national regulatory requirements
  • Identify, evaluate, and document existing structures for signs for disrepair and provide design remedies as necessary
  • May be required to approve designs that can impact the health, safety, and welfare of the general public, as required by law

What We Offer
  • Own a part of the firm with ESOP eligibility after one year
  • Flexible working - with every other Friday off
  • Competitive Health plans, including PPO and HMO options, Dental and Vision plans
  • Learning and Development stipend to use as you see fit
  • Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays
  • Automatic 401k enrollment
  • Fun team events, lunches and happy hours to get to know colleagues outside of work
  • A tangible opportunity to truly help the environment!

Compensation:
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $73,000 to $106,000. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Employer will not sponsor visas for position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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