Lead Mechanical Engineer - Power (Multiple Locations)

Burns & McDonnell has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join the Power global practice. This position focuses on the design and evaluation of mechanical systems for coal and natural gas fired generation facilities, as well as associated support facilities.

Responsibilities

• Front-end planning, preliminary design, and code analysis
• Final design, including bidding document and specification preparation
• Construction administration, including review of compliance submittals and resolution of construction issues
• Interface with project managers, equipment suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers, and designers
• Develop cost opinions, work plans, and schedules
• Conduct and coordinate work requiring independent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria
• Provide leadership guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members
• Regularly meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel
• Lead mechanical design projects related to natural gas and coal fired generation facilities, including:
  • Air Quality Control Systems and Effluent Limitation Guideline Management
  • Equipment sizing and application
  • Hydraulic calculations and associated pump selection, sizing, and application
  • Pipe and valve selection and sizing
  • Pipe material selection, including fittings and gaskets
  • Pipe supports and pipe routing
  • P&ID’s
  • Mechanical Equipment Condition Assessment and Lifecycle cost analysis
  • Plumbing (sanitary & potable water)
  • Pumping/piping any fluid or gas, including blowers, steam, and compressed air
  • Tank/vessel selection and sizing
  • Selection and location of instrumentation associated with pumps, vessels, and tanks
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. Alternatively, a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program with successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
• A master’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of experience
• 7 years of related mechanical experience required; EPC project experience preferred
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to a broad area of assignments
• Experience with Arrow, Fathom, or SmartPlant P&ID is a plus
• Capable of devising new approaches to solve complex problems

Pay

$135,000.00–210,000.00 yearly. The expected compensation range is based on individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package includes a base salary and eligibility for a discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance and disability coverage
• Time off and wellness programs
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for eligible employees
• 401(k) retirement program

This is a full-time position requiring up to 25% travel.