Mechanical Engineer - Junior

Knight Piésold

• $70K — $92K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 0-4 years of relevant engineering experience
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, or similar design software
  • Understanding of fluid mechanics, hydraulics, and mechanical systems
  • Strong technical writing and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Assist in applying mechanical engineering principles to develop safe, economical, and innovative design solutions.
  • Support technical analyses, calculations, and modeling, including pump/pipe systems and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).
  • Prepare engineering drawings, plans, and specifications based on project requirements.
  • Draft technical reports and project documentation.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for project planning and execution.
  • Assist with equipment selection and preparation of technical specifications.
  • Participate in field investigations and construction support activities.

Benefits

  • 401(k) / Roth 401(k) with employer matching
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Paid time off including sick leave and holidays
Full Job Description
Description

Mechanical Engineer

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the design and analysis of pumping systems, piping systems, hydraulic conveyance infrastructure, and related mechanical equipment. The successful candidate will work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to projects from concept development through detailed design and construction support.

Exposure to or academic knowledge of the following areas is desired:
  1. Turbomachinery and control equipment (gates, valves, chokes) as well as an advanced familiarity understanding of the relevant U.S. & international codes for pipe, materials, & equipment (ASME, AWWA, API, ASTM, ANSI, AWS, BS, ISO)
  2. Electrical, instrumentation and controls to allow for an effective collaboration with the electrical design team


Responsibilities
  • Assist in applying mechanical engineering principles to develop safe, economical, and innovative design solutions.
  • Assist with technical analyses, calculations, and modeling, including Newtonian and non-Newtonian pump/pipe systems, rheology evaluations, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and 3D layout modeling.
  • Support the preparation of engineering drawings, plans, and specifications based on engineering calculations and project requirements.
  • Prepare technical reports, project documentation, and other engineering deliverables.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support project planning, design development, and project execution.
  • Assist with equipment selection, quantity takeoffs, and preparation of technical specifications.
  • Support the development and review of calculations, reports, drawings, and design documents to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
  • Participate in field investigations, site visits, construction support activities, and coordination with clients, contractors, and suppliers.
  • Contribute to the design of pumping systems, piping systems, hydraulic conveyance infrastructure, and related mechanical equipment for mining, hydropower, water resources, and infrastructure projects.
  • Support project teams in delivering practical, sustainable, and innovative engineering solutions while meeting project schedules and budgets


Qualifications

Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 0-4 years of relevant engineering experience
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, or similar design software
  • Understanding of fluid mechanics, hydraulics, and mechanical systems
  • Strong technical writing and communication skills

Preferred
  • Experience with Plant 3D
  • Hydraulic system design
  • Turbomachinery experience
  • Hydropower experience
  • CFD modeling
  • Transient analysis
  • Electrical instrumentation and controls
  • Pipe stress analysis
  • Spanish language skills
  • Project management experience


Compensation

In accordance with Colorado state law, the following Annual compensation range is applicable for the job and Colorado location associated with this requisition: $70,000-$92,000/year. Actual compensation may vary from posted hiring range based upon compensable factors, including: experience, education, and skill level.

Benefits

Because our employees are our most important asset, we created a benefit program to support you and your family now and into the future. Our benefits include: 401(k) / Roth 401(k) / Employer matching, Flexible work schedule, Paid time off (Sick, Holiday).

Work Environment

Work will be in both an office and field environment with potential travel to various outdoor sites determined by project needs. Adherence to safety standards including those of the firm, MSHA, OSHA is mandatory.

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