Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Mechanical Engineer - Power Generation

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.$100K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of relevant engineering design experience in Power Generation
  • Preferred experience with simple cycle and combined cycle plants using natural gas, fuel oil, diesel, and/or coal-fired generation
  • Professional Engineering (P.E.) license in Mechanical Engineering or related degree
  • Strong technical engineering background, beneficial experience with GT Pro or similar gas power performance modeling software
  • Deep understanding of the project life cycle from feasibility to commissioning and operations
  • Power engineering experience, familiar with owner's engineering and/or technical advisory services
  • Task management experience and assisting in project management activities
  • Familiarity with client coordination and quality standards oversight

Responsibilities

  • Prepare cost estimates, project work plans, and schedules using independent judgment
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers
  • Maintain communication and coordination with clients and external partners
  • Lead mechanical engineering for natural gas and coal-fired power generation projects
  • Design systems for Air Quality Control and adhere to Effluent Limitation Guidelines
  • Conduct comprehensive piping system design and material selection
  • Develop and review P&IDs for system accuracy
  • Assess mechanical equipment conditions and perform lifecycle cost analyses
  • Design plumbing systems for sanitary and potable applications
  • Engineer pumping and piping systems for various fluids and gases
  • Select and size tanks and vessels based on project needs
  • Specify instrumentation for pumps, tanks, and vessels

Benefits

  • Opportunity for collaborative work with leading industry professionals
  • Access to professional development and mentorship opportunities
  • Participation in impactful power generation projects
  • Engagement with diverse client and project requirements
  • Chance to lead engineering efforts and influence project outcomes
Full Job Description
Overview

Kimley-Horn's Kansas City (MO) office is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of experience to join their Power Generation team!

Responsibilities
  • Prepare cost estimates, project work plans, and schedules, and perform work that requires independent judgment in evaluating, selecting, adapting, and modifying standard engineering methods and criteria.
  • Provide guidance, technical direction, and mentorship to junior team members.
  • Maintain regular communication and coordination with clients and external partners.
  • Lead mechanical engineering efforts for natural gas and coalfired power generation projects.
  • Design and support systems related to Air Quality Control and Effluent Limitation Guidelines.
  • Perform comprehensive piping system design, including pipe and valve selection/sizing, material selection (fittings, gaskets, etc.), pipe routing, and pipe support design.
  • Develop and review P&IDs to ensure accurate representation of system components and operation.
  • Conduct mechanical equipment condition assessments and perform lifecycle cost analyses.
  • Design plumbing systems for sanitary and potable water applications.
  • Engineer pumping and piping systems for a variety of fluids and gases, including blowers, steam, and compressed air.
  • Select and size tanks and vessels to meet project and process requirements.
  • Specify and coordinate instrumentation selection and placement for pumps, tanks, and vessels.
  • You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors.
Qualifications
  • 10+ years of relevant engineering design experience in Power Generation
  • Experience with simple cycle, combined cycle plants using natural gas, fuel oil, and diesel and/or coal-fired generation is preferred.
  • Professional Engineering (P.E.) A license in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant degree
  • Strong technical engineering focus, experience in GT Pro or similar gas power performance modelling software would be beneficial.
  • Understands project life cycle, feasibility studies, competitive bidding of large power plants, engineering and construction of large power plants, commissioning, and operations phase of the plant.
  • Strong power engineering background for power plant projects and familiar with owners engineer and/or technical advisory services, including feasibility and conceptual studies.
  • Experience with task management, concept design, and assisting with project management tasks
  • Familiar with coordinating with clients, attending client meetings, and overseeing quality standards

About Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.

Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm that provides planning, engineering, and design services for a wide range of clients. The company offers services in the areas of aviation, environmental, landscape architecture, land planning, parking consulting, roadway design, structural engineering, transit and rail, transportation planning, and water resources. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. serves clients in the United States.
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