Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience
Familiarity with federal, state, and local mechanical codes and standards
Effective communication skills for diverse audiences including management, clients, and vendors
Technical knowledge required for mechanical engineering tasks
Detail-oriented with a focus on efficient time management
Intermediate to advanced skills in computer software including CAD and analysis tools
Experience in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services on commercial or industrial projects
Responsibilities
Provide technical guidance for intermediate engineering projects
Analyze technical problems and recommend solutions
Conduct engineering calculations and specify materials and systems
Coordinate technical aspects with multidisciplinary teams
Ensure compliance with project quality plans and procedures
Monitor project materials, providing analysis and forecasts
Support procurement, subcontracting, and construction administration activities
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with experienced professionals
Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
Involvement in high-impact projects
Exposure to diverse engineering disciplines
Potential for career progression within a major firm in the industry
Full Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer Job Description
Provide essential technical knowledge and perform engineering work as described below. This position serves as a staff engineer performing engineering assignment of intermediate complexity.
Under direct supervision of the Discipline Lead Engineer or Area Lead Engineer, analyze and make independent recommendations regarding technical solutions to problems of intermediate complexity in accordance with project requirements Develop and review specifications and design criteria
Perform and check engineering analyses and calculations; specify materials, equipment and systems; and solve technical problems of intermediate complexity
Coordinate technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors, and clients Execute work in compliance with Project Quality Plan and procedures
Execute work in accordance with the approved project scope, cost, and schedule baselines
Establish, control, and report on material key quantities; provide analysis and forecasts
Provide technical support to activities associated with equipment and material procurement and subcontracting including scopes of work, technical bid evaluations, and review of vendor submittals
Provide technical support to activities associated with construction administration including response to construction requests-for-information and field changes Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and minimum five (5) years of work- related experience
Working knowledge of applicable federal (including Department of Energy orders), state, and local codes and standards
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to project management, coworkers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job Intermediate knowledge of discipline codes and standards
Ability to perform work in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner Intermediate computer and software skills to include proficiency in the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
Experience providing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services on commercial or industrial projects
Proficiency executing EPC projects utilizing engineering analysis, 3D modeling and 2D Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) automation tools in a multi-discipline environment
Discipline Specific Job Requirements
Ability to prepare and review calculations and specifications for equipment in support of Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) development
Demonstrated design experience in areas such as mechanical systems and equipment design and specification
Demonstrated proficiency with 2D CADD applications such as Bentley MicroStation and Autodesk
AutoCAD Establish equipment requirements and prepare equipment data sheets for mechanical equipment including unfired and fired heat transfer equipment, packaged equipment, pressure vessels, pumps and compressors, or packaged equipment Evaluate dimensions, equipment connections, and equipment performance including pressure profiles, heat transfer rates, and off-design cases
Provide equipment sizing and application support to project development or process Participate in material selection for equipment
Develop and revise equipment lists, narrative specifications, equipment standards, equipment general arrangement and outline drawings
Participate in supplier / contractor bid clarification, negotiation, and/or award meetings
Represent Mechanical in model reviews and closely monitor 3D equipment modeling activities
Provide consultation during fabrication and witness testing of equipment Provide consultation and/or on-site assistance for the installation, commissioning, and/or startup of equipment
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer license Experience with design of systems, structures and components for nuclear facilities under the requirements of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) NQA-1 Practical field experience EPC project experience for the following industries:
U.S Department of Energy or other U.S. Federal Government Agency Nuclear facilities under a nuclear quality assurance program Manufacturing, pharmaceutical or biotechnology Intermediate knowledge of:
Equipment specification development Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) requirements for packaged equipment
Design of mechanical equipment through all stages of a project from conceptual phase to design development, construction, and commissioning
Mechanical equipment in one or more of the following specialties: rotating equipment, pressure vessels, unfired and fired heat transfer equipment, packaged equipment, or metallurgy and welding
