Job title:  Mechanical Design Engineer

ANDRITZ Hydropower North America is part of an international technology group with an extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. The group has around 29,800 employees and over 280 locations in more than 40 countries.

As the first equipment manufacturer in North America and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines, ANDRITZ Hydropower North America has more than 185 years of know-how.

In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining ANDRITZ Hydropower, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, and a clean future.
 

From water to wire – Be part of the movement!
 

Mechanical Design Engineer

Charlotte, NC - hybrid

Summary of the role 

The SR Service Engineer is a skilled Mechanical Engineer with strength in design. They will be joining the Service & Rehabilitation (SR) side of our Engineering team who handle smaller and shorter projects. Their main responsibility is in design, but they will also work alongside other teams such as Sales, Purchasing, Project Management, and Quality.

The following responsibilities form the core of this role: 

• Provides reviews and approvals of designs and technical documentation.
• Reviews and manages the technical requirements of contracts
• Develops service/repair designs and concepts
• Performs calculations required to support the specific needs of service projects
• Effectively communicates required work to designers and drafters as needed 
• Resolves technical issues related to projects.
• Develops quality requirements of components.
• Assists Sales Department in project bids.
• Assists Sales Department with inspections and associated proposals for service projects.
• Provides assistance to project management in technical tasks related to the service and refurbishment of hydro-turbines and related equipment.
• Assists Purchasing in reviewing quotes and purchase orders for completeness.
• Interfaces with clients regarding technical matters.
• Creates project specific procedures and specifications.
• Creates inspection and test plans to support project requirements.

Do you fit the profile?
Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to your strong skills and experience, we need someone with high motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team. 

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Result and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us. 

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years experience in mechanical design and service of large industrial equipment
• 3D / 2D CAD proficiency preferred.
• AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Siemens NX
• Working knowledge in capital equipment, welding, custom fabrication, machining
• Experience designing large rotating equipment.
• Detailed oriented
• Ability to prioritize work and maintain deadlines

What do we offer?

• Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
• 401k matching;
• Hybrid work mode;
• Annual bonus program;
• Employee assistance program;
• Employee individualized training and career plan.

Did you know?
ANDRITZ Hydro has:

• Over 185 years of experience in turbine design
• Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity
• Over 33,200 turbine units delivered
• Over 135 years in electrical engineering
• 65 representative offices worldwide
• More than 6100 employees worldwide 
• Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year
• A complete range of designs up to 800 MW
• 20 manufacturing sites worldwide
• 20% of all turbines in operation worldwide
   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.