About this Role
Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a highly experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer to serve as a senior technical authority and engineering leader for mechanical systems supporting power generation, renewable energy, battery energy storage systems (BESS), data centers, transmission infrastructure, and industrial facilities. This role provides strategic direction, technical oversight, and subject matter expertise across the organization while supporting major EPC projects from conceptual development through commissioning and operational turnover.
The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in power generation and industrial mechanical systems, demonstrated success leading large-scale EPC projects, and the ability to drive engineering excellence while mentoring multidisciplinary teams and influencing organizational strategy
Houston, Amarillo TX, Charlotte NC, Kansas City KS, Birmingham AL
What You'll Do
Technical Leadership & Subject Matter Expertise
- Serve as the principal mechanical engineering subject matter expert for Quanta Power Solutions.
- Provide technical leadership and oversight for major EPC projects and strategic initiatives.
- Establish engineering standards, design methodologies, and best practices across the organization.
- Lead complex engineering evaluations, technical studies, and design reviews.
- Support business development activities by providing technical expertise during proposals, client presentations, and project pursuits.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions that improve project performance, reliability, safety, and efficiency.
Mechanical System Design & Engineering
- Lead the design and evaluation of mechanical systems for:
- Gas-fired power generation facilities
- Combined cycle and simple cycle power plants
- Renewable energy facilities
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Data centers and mission-critical infrastructure
- Industrial manufacturing and processing facilities
- Utility and transmission support facilities • Oversee development and review of:
- Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
- Mechanical equipment specifications
- General arrangement drawings
- Material take-offs (MTOs)
- Engineering calculations and technical studies • Provide expertise in:
- Steam and condensate systems
- Fire protection interfaces
- Balance of Plant (BOP) equipment
- Thermal and process systems • Ensure designs meet operational, reliability, maintainability, safety, and constructability objectives.
Project Leadership & EPC Execution
- Provide technical leadership throughout conceptual design, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, startup, and commissioning phases.
- Support project managers and engineering leadership with project planning, risk assessments, and execution strategies.
- Lead technical decision-making on complex engineering challenges.
- Participate in executive-level project reviews and client meetings.
- Support project estimates, staffing plans, and resource forecasting.
Multidisciplinary Coordination
- Coordinate mechanical engineering activities with civil, structural, electrical, instrumentation & controls, process, and construction teams.
- Lead interdisciplinary design reviews and constructability evaluations.
- Resolve complex technical interface issues across multiple engineering disciplines.
- Support development of integrated facility designs that align with project objectives and client expectations.
Quality Assurance & Engineering Governance
- Establish and maintain mechanical engineering standards, procedures, and technical guidelines.
- Review and approve major engineering deliverables and design decisions.
- Lead quality assurance initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensure compliance with client requirements, company standards, and applicable industry codes and regulations.
- Promote consistency in engineering execution across projects and offices.
Mentorship & Organizational Development
- Mentor senior engineers, project leads, and technical specialists throughout the organization.
- Support recruiting, workforce planning, and succession planning initiatives.
- Lead technical training programs and knowledge-sharing activities.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, accountability, and engineering excellence.
- Support professional licensure and career development efforts for engineering staff.
Construction & Commissioning Support
- Provide executive-level engineering support during construction, startup, and commissioning activities.
- Participate in constructability reviews, equipment inspections, and field assessments.
- Resolve critical field engineering issues and provide technical guidance to project teams.
- Review commissioning plans, startup procedures, and turnover documentation.
- Support final project acceptance and operational readiness activities.
What You'll Bring
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
- Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
- Minimum 15+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience.
- Extensive experience supporting power generation, renewable energy, industrial, utility, manufacturing, data center, or EPC projects.
- Demonstrated success leading major engineering efforts and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Experience serving as a lead engineer, engineering manager, or technical authority on large-scale infrastructure projects.
Technical Expertise
- Industrial piping systems
- Steam and condensate systems
- Mechanical equipment selection and specification
- Power generation technologies
- Combined cycle and simple cycle plant design
- Utility and industrial infrastructure systems • Advanced expertise in:
- Mechanical system integration
- Vendor management and procurement support
- Constructability analysis
- Reliability and maintainability engineering
- Commissioning and startup support • Proficiency with:
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) • Familiarity with pipe stress analysis software, engineering calculation tools, and advanced mechanical design applications preferred.
Leadership Competencies
- Executive-level leadership and technical decision-making capabilities.
- Strong project ownership and accountability.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams and complex projects.
- Strong mentoring, coaching, and organizational development capabilities.
- Strategic thinker with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to balance organizational leadership responsibilities with hands-on technical involvement.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods.
- Ability to travel periodically for client meetings, project reviews, site visits, construction support, and commissioning activities.
- Ability to work in active industrial and construction environments as required.
What You'll Get
- Comprehensive Health Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Discount Program
