Mechanical Engineer - Energy & Power

Burns & McDonnell; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Birmingham to lead mechanical design teams in the power and energy sectors. You will oversee projects from concept through construction while ensuring compliance with engineering standards and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate boasts substantial mechanical engineering experience and strong leadership skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 7 years mechanical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred.
• Expert knowledge in engineering techniques and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design from conceptual phase to completion.
• Prepare equipment specifications and data sheets.
• Review vendor drawings and coordinate with suppliers.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Critical thinking skills

Attention to detail

Team building and collaboration

Education

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead mechanical design project teams to create world class designs for new projects, upgrades and redevelopments on a variety of projects across the power and energy sectors and on occasion able to support other Burns & McDonnell business lines. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting mechanical plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Prepare mechanical equipment: packaged equipment specifications and data sheets, Request for Qualifications (RFQ's), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Review mechanical equipment vendor drawings; data interface with suppliers, clients other engineering disciplines, detailers, designers.
• Participate in development of project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning and construction planning. Responsible for effective management of change orders.
• Applies expert knowledge of commonly used mechanical concepts, practices, codes and procedures within the mechanical engineering services industry.
• Applies knowledge and experience to complex projects, find non-standard design solutions.
• Quality review production drawings for a variety of projects and project related data as required by the project managers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.
• Quality review the construction administration including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, calculations, field inspections and testing of mechanical systems.
• Leads field inspections, installation, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.
• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
• Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers and contractors and develop new business opportunities. Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.
• Participate sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.
• Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements to achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
• Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance.
• Provide leadership, guidance and instruction to the mechanical engineering practice. Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.
• Responsible for QA/QC process adherence.
• Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
• Responsible for compliance with company and site safety policies.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7 years mechanical engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering License (PE) preferred.
• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment design codes (ASME, ANSI, API, PIP, NACE).
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead the execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.
• Ability to travel.

About Us

Chart your own course and change the world - with the support of people whose interests are aligned with yours. At Burns & McDonnell, opportunity is waiting. We're looking for people with big ideas and an entrepreneurial mindset. It's those kinds of people who've helped us grow from a small consulting business back in 1898 to a global leader in engineering, construction and consulting solutions. Today, we're a thriving company with more than 10,000 professionals working in 75 offices worldwide and recognised as a global leader in Energy.