Senior Mechanical Engineer - Power Generation
Tharp Consulting · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
EngineeringFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical design from conceptual to detailed stages, including calculations, specifications, and drawings.
- Cookordination with multidisciplinary teams and serve as a technical liaison with clients.
- Mentor junior staff and oversee design development using 2D/3D software.
- Perform system sizing, equipment selection, and design validation based on industry standards and codes.
- Support field visits, data collection, and construction coordination.
- Contribute to cost estimates and technical reports.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college.
- 15+ years of relevant power generation design experience, with a focus on natural gas plants.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within a year.
- Experience in designing reciprocating engines, simple cycle, combined cycle, or CHP plants.
- Proficiency with design software like Thermoflow, CAESAR II, or Pipe-Flo preferred.
- Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and industry codes.
Key Skills
- Technical leadership and project management.
- Effective communication and team collaboration.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Field observation and construction coordination skills.