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Drafters use software to convert the designs of engineers and architects into technical drawings and update technical drawings when changes are made to the system. These drawings contain information on how to build the project and materials needed.

An instrumentation & controls (I&C) technician installs, maintains, and troubleshoots instrumentation, control circuits, and equipment associated with a hydropower generation facility, such as valves, pumps, motors, and generators.

Many different construction workers are necessary during the construction, operation, and maintenance of hydropower plants. Different types of construction workers include: heavy equipment operators, vegetation maintenance workers, and many more.

Cultural resource specialists are responsible for identifying and recording cultural resources in the field and conducting activities under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966.

Materials scientists and engineers develop, process, and test materials for marine energy components and technologies.

Power schedulers work for utilities, selling and purchasing power in a cost-effective way, both in real-time and a day ahead, based on the hourly fluctuations in the power market.

Civil engineers in the hydropower industry plan, design, test, and oversee the construction, operation, and maintenance of hydropower structures.

Carpenters construct, repair, and install building frameworks and structures made predominantly from wood.

Construction and building inspectors ensure that construction meets local and federal building codes and ordinances, zoning regulations, and contract specifications.

Lawyers advise and represent a wide variety of clients involved in the hydropower industry on legal issues and disputes.