Cascade Hydro Works LLC is an independent hydro engineering consultancy based in Portland, Oregon. We support owners and EPC contractors on conventional hydroelectric and pumped-storage projects across North America, from design review through commissioning. We are building a small remote bench of senior specialists for active project work.
What you will do:
- Review turbine and generator package designs for Francis, Pelton and Kaplan units, including turbine runners, wicket gates, governors and hydro generators.
- Check penstock, powerhouse and balance-of-plant layouts; flag hydraulic, mechanical and constructability issues before fabrication.
- Support equipment selection, factory and site acceptance testing, installation and commissioning; prepare short independent technical memos.
- Coordinate with civil and electrical teams on headrace and tailrace tunnels (TBM or drill-and-blast) and on HV cable and insulation systems.
- Review client 3D models and drawings in Siemens NX / Unigraphics, CATIA and Teamcenter.
What we are looking for:
- Direct hands-on hydroelectric plant or pumped-storage project experience in design, construction, O&M or commissioning, rather than general power or oil and gas experience.
- Working knowledge of at least two of: hydro turbine and generator packages, penstock and wicket gate systems, HV cable / GIS, hydro 3D design review.
- Ability to work independently on a project basis and present written findings in English.
Engagement: remote, project-based consulting; scope and schedule agreed per assignment. No relocation required.
![]()
