Lead Mechanical Engineer -- Owner's Engineering Support

Overview

Lead mechanical design for gas turbine power plants, guiding teams and ensuring specs.

Key Responsibilities

• team lead
• design coordination
• feed studies
• technical specs
• systems design
• design review

Tasks

-Act as the Mechanical team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of mechanical engineering work. -You will be responsible for leading the Mechanical Engineering design efforts for a team of junior and senior engineers and designers. -Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation. -Prepare engineering studies, including FEED studies, associated with the power industry. -Prepare technical specifications for EPC based projects, as well as mechanical engineering equipment for power production. -Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.” -Coordinate and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design. -Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers. -You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, trouble-shooting, and solving a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues. -You will help develop conceptual and detailed designs for new power generation with an emphasis on gas turbine based simple and combined cycle facilities. -Develop integrated systems designs and perform supporting calculations for the planned work. -Perform reviews of existing facilities to propose upgrades and replacements, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers.

Requirements

• 10+ years
• pe license
• mechanical lead
• gas turbines
• p&id
• bachelor's

What You Bring

-10 or more years experience in the design of mechanical engineering systems for non-commercial, heavy industrial plants (power, oil & gas, or chemical), with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new plants, modifications, or replacements; Experience must include the selection of equipment, piping materials, control philosophy, and the preparation of performance sizing calculations and specifications. -Experience with serving as firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role. -Knowledge of gas turbines and procurement of gas turbines for both Industrial Frame (aka Heavy Duty) and Aeroderivative types for power generation is preferred. -Able to create design schematics, such as flow diagrams and P&IDs, using computer design software. -Technically knowledgeable of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems to execute systems design. -Construction and start-up experience a plus. -Occasional travel to other regional offices is expected (less than 10%). -FSA & HSA -PE license. -Commissioning experience a plus. -Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others. -Mechanical lead role for detailed design of simple cycle and/or combined cycle project(s) is preferred. -Three or more years experience in leading an engineering design team through all phases of a project design. -Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program is required; Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.

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Benefits

-Employee Assistance Program (EAP) -Paid Vacation -Life & Accident Insurance -Pre-Tax Commuter Account -Paid Parental Leave -First Professional Licensure Bonus -Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision -Back-Up Daycare -Flexible Work Arrangements -Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST) -Merit Scholarship Program -Paid Holidays -Employee Referral Bonus -Paid Bereavement Leave -Employee Discount Program -Corporate Charitable Giving Program -Tuition Assistance -Disability Coverage

About Sargent & Lundy

-The company specializes in providing innovative solutions across the energy and industrial sectors. -With a rich legacy, Sargent & Lundy has delivered high-impact projects for utilities, government entities, and large industrial clients. -Notable projects include power plants, renewable energy installations, and water treatment facilities. -The firm is recognized for its expertise in energy transition solutions, especially in nuclear, solar, and wind sectors. -Their global reach includes both large-scale infrastructure projects and localized service offerings tailored to specific industries. -Sargent & Lundy thrives on providing full-service capabilities, from design and planning to construction and operations. -The company’s engineering prowess is often highlighted by its deep involvement in complex energy systems and environmental solutions.

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Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship provided for this position.