Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Lead mechanical design for power generation projects, including steam, thermal, and nuclear.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Responsible for the mechanical engineering design work on assigned projects. • Serve as lead engineer on all size projects, maintaining responsibility for deliverable development. • Coordinate with the mechanical piping design team to direct completion of engineering drawings. • Collaborate across disciplines on equipment general arrangements, P&IDs, isometrics, asset and tie‑in lists, orthographic drawings, etc. • Provide technical expertise for risk assessments, due diligence, and other studies, presenting complex solutions to clients. • Generate mechanical engineering deliverables supporting all scope phases—from feasibility through detail design. • Develop construction and equipment specifications and material requisitions. • Provide home‑office support during construction, start‑up, and commissioning phases. • Perform quality‑control reviews of work developed by others. • Participate in project and client meetings. • Interact with vendors, regulatory agencies, and contractors. • Assist with internal and external presentations. • Travel occasionally to client or project sites.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸mechanical design
- ▸lead engineer
- ▸piping coordination
- ▸risk assessment
- ▸specification development
- ▸qc review
What You Bring
The successful candidate will possess deep mechanical engineering design expertise for process/mechanical and generation projects and will lead technical efforts throughout all project phases. • BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering with 6 + years related experience or equivalent education/experience. • Experience in mechanical engineering for power‑generation facilities. • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license. • 12 + years experience with power‑generation facilities. • 5 + years as project technical mechanical lead or engineer of record. • Design experience on combined‑cycle plants and nuclear generation stations. • Expert knowledge of industry codes and standards (API, ASME, PIP, ANSI, ASTM, etc.). • Expertise specifying mechanical equipment (rotating and static) and piping material specifications. • Familiarity with diverse metallurgy. • Startup and commissioning field experience. • Strong proficiency with engineering software such as Thermoflow, HYSYS, Caesar II, Pipe‑Flo, AspenTech, or Applied Flow Technology. • Experience with collaborative model environments (e.g., Navisworks, BIM 360). • Demonstrated participation in complex, multi‑discipline programs/projects. • Successful experience working in remote and multi‑discipline teams.
Requirements
- ▸pe license
- ▸thermoflow
- ▸hysys
- ▸caesar ii
- ▸bim 360
- ▸power‑generation
Benefits
The position offers flexibility to work remotely or from any of AECOM’s Energy offices across the United States. Relocation assistance and sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization are not available for this position. AECOM provides comprehensive benefits—including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, flexible work options, well‑being resources, retirement plans, and an employee stock purchase plan—tailored to employees’ diverse needs. At AECOM you will join a global team that supports your growth and career ambitions, working on groundbreaking projects that transform industries and shape the future. Cutting‑edge technology, expert networks, and award‑winning training programs empower you to make a real impact while thriving in a respectful, collaborative workplace. The role is based in New Orleans, LA (1555 Poydras) with a hybrid work model. Compensation ranges from $135,000 to $165,000 annually.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time