Principal Engineer - Mechanical

Relocation authorized: National - Family

About the role

The Principal Engineer - Mechanical will support the development and execution of combined cycle power projects in the mechanical discipline. In this role, you will utilize individual technical knowledge to interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate the engineering technical aspects for complex power projects. You will participate in project planning, proposal review, and will own the engineering elements of capital estimates. Your technical guidance and recommendations will ensure engineering aspects meet project requirements and remain within scope and budget.

This position is designated as part-time telework and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership.

Project Overview

Several combined cycle power projects are currently planned to be developed and executed by Bechtel over the next 5-10 years. During the development phase of these projects, teams will be organized to support multiple projects concurrently. Following project award, dedicated project teams will be formed and the Principal Engineer Mechanical will have functional oversight for the combined cycle power projects.

Responsibilities

• Development and review of system P&IDs for combined cycle power projects
• Plans and conducts independent scope of work and technical specifications for mechanical equipment and systems on combined cycle power projects
• Oversight of the design, development, modification, and evaluation of mechanical components and processes utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures
• Reviews design documents, supplier drawings and data, material specifications, drawings, change orders, and bid summaries for the project to which assigned
• Reviews the sizing and selection of mechanical equipment for combined cycle power projects
• Reviews complex mechanical engineering deliverables, such as system/equipment sizing calculations, specifications, and material requisitions
• Interviews client personnel to determine their needs, develops scope for cost estimates for services, and participates in proposal preparation and presentation
• Prepares or oversees the preparation of discipline estimates and work plans in accordance with project scope, schedule, and budget, and supports implementation and assists with performance reporting

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field and 13-15 years of relevant experience
• At least 10 years prior experience working on mechanical system design for combined cycle fossil power plants

Skills

• Ability to perform power plant mechanical system design including sizing calculations and P&ID development for main steam, feedwater, condensate, fuel gas, and auxiliary steam systems
• Experience with sizing and specification of mechanical power plant equipment including cooling towers, condensate and feedwater pumps, steam surface condensers, plate and frame heat exchangers, air compressors, auxiliary boilers, etc.
• Working knowledge of mechanical design codes and standards including ASME, HEI, CTI, HI, etc.

Pay

$159,700 - $231,000 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant)

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Optional disability and supplemental insurance options
• Generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period)
• Nine paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Discretionary bonuses
• 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components