Lead Mechanical Engineer

Job Title

Mechanical Discipline Lead

Job Type

Full-time

Category

Engineering

Location

Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh, PA 15219 US

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job Description

Perform a variety of engineering work in the initial planning and design phase of equipment, systems, or processes with a clear understanding of the project objectives and related regulatory and/or industry requirements and practices.

Responsibilities:

• Design for mechanical and process systems ranging from simple to complex.
• Coordination with design team members, both in mechanical/process and other disciplines.
• Develop design solutions for mechanical utility systems such as chilled water, cooling tower water, heating water, steam and condensate, compressed air, natural gas, and water.
• Validate design through mechanical calculations including HVAC load calculations, air and water pressure drops.
• Support work delivered from multiple office locations.
• Direct project workflow of engineers, designers and drafters to ensure project completion.
• Mentor and develop engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and supporting career growth.
• Perform quality assurance/quality control reviews of discipline calculations, drawings, and specifications prior to issuance.
• Establish and maintain mechanical discipline design standards, templates, and best practices.
• Interact and collaborate with clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and work with Discipline Manager and Project Managers to develop contingency plans.
• Participate in services during construction, including field verification, site observations reports, responses to RFIs, and submittal reviews.

Job Requirements

• BSME or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
• 10+ years of mechanical/process engineering design experience, including prior experience leading project teams or mentoring junior staff.
• Experience delivering projects utilizing AutoCAD and Revit and coordinating an integrated design using coordination tools such as NavisWorks.
• Demonstrated experience working in the architectural/engineering (A/E) industry supporting projects in the specialty chemicals, heavy industrial, and manufacturing industries.
• Ability to travel as this position may require individuals to spend time onsite with customers.
• Ability/Willingness to climb to elevated platforms via plant stairs and ladders at client sites.
• Good communicator and team player.
• Good technical writing ability.
• Highly organized.
• Must show ownership and follow-through on assigned projects.
• Interest in professional growth.
• Ability to learn quickly and grasp new concepts, especially as they relate to engineering and construction.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook.