Barge Design Solutions

Sr. Mechanical Engineer

Barge Design Solutions • $90K — $120K *
Knoxville, TN 37918In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration
  • Minimum of 10 years of engineering design experience, preferably in consulting or construction
  • Familiarity with piping codes, IBC building codes, and industry standards
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience mentoring early-career engineers and EITs preferred
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with ASME B31.1 and B31.3 preferred

Responsibilities

  • Design and guide mechanical project teams for large industrial facilities
  • Lead designs for utility piping, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and process ventilation systems
  • Manage project documentation and supporting calculations
  • Identify design challenges and develop engineering solutions
  • Support Project Managers in producing quality drawings and specifications
  • Advise department leadership on technical matters
  • Lead technical meetings with clients and establish strong relationships

Benefits

  • Employee ownership model
  • Ranked among top engineering and architecture firms
  • Support for employee growth and mentoring
  • Commitment to community and client service
  • Focus on teamwork, integrity, and excellence
Full Job Description
What We're Looking For:
Barge Design Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Facilities Engineering Solution Center in either our Nashville or Knoxville, TN office. In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of complex mechanical systems across a diverse portfolio of projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative, efficient, and sustainable solutions. This position offers the opportunity to serve as a technical leader, mentor junior staff, and partner closely with clients to deliver high-quality results that support long-term infrastructure and facility performance.

Responsibilities
  • Design & day-to-day guidance of the mechanical project team needed to support the design of mechanical systems for large, multidisciplinary, industrial facilities
  • Leads design of mechanical systems including:
    • Utility piping systems commonly found in industrial facilities and associated P&ID's (e.g. steam, cooling water, chilled water, compressed air, etc.)
    • HVAC Systems
    • Plumbing systems
    • Fire protection system (preliminary designs)
    • Process ventilation
  • Manages & maintains project documentation and supporting calculations.
  • Brings significant technical design expertise engaged in the identification of design considerations and potential issues, participates in the research and development of solutions to engineering and other technical challenges, and is involved in the production or validation of the work applied to those solutions.
  • Supports Project Managers to provide quality drawings and specifications that meet the scope, schedule, and budget for the project.
  • Assists Department Manager, solution center leadership, and staff as a technical adviser
  • Leads complex technical portions of meetings with clients.
  • Develops strong relationships with clients, customers, officials, contractors, and others.
  • Performs other duties as requested.


Education & Experience Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration
  • Minimum of 10 years of engineering design experience, significant past experience in the consulting or construction industry preferred
  • Familiarity piping codes, IBC building codes, and industry standards
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Strong interpersonal/communication skills
  • Experience mentoring early-career engineers and EITs a plus
  • Familiarity with ASME B31.1 and B31.3 a plus


Agency Submissions

No unsolicited agency submissions. BargeDesign Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters orstaffing agencies. Any unsolicited resume becomes the property of Barge DesignSolutions, and no fee will be paid for resulting hires. Only agencies with asigned agreement are authorized to submit candidates.

About Barge Design Solutions

Barge Design Solutions is an engineering and architecture company that offers environmental assessment, resources, and modeling analysis.

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Join Barge Design Solutions' top-tier team to assist some of the most respected companies and municipalities in mastering their infrastructure and environmental projects. Transform communities and environments with the brightest minds at Barge Design Solutions, where innovation meets practical application. This is where technology, industry expertise, and digital innovation converge. Lead from a unique position in the marketplace, leveraging deep industry knowledge and cutting-edge technology. Collaborate with a dedicated team of over 600 professionals, guiding clients through complex engineering challenges.

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