Emerging Mechanical Project Engineer - Skids & Systems

LECHLER; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Lechler, Inc. is seeking a project engineer to work independently on challenging mechanical design and project management tasks, from initial design to commissioning of skids, lances, headers, showers, and systems.

You will collaborate with project and design engineers, manufacturers, purchasing, suppliers, and customers’ engineers to solve problems, perform calculations, and validate performance through testing. English proficiency is essential; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Engineering from an accredited institution; Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of practical engineering experience in manufacturing, assembly, or similar industry.
• Piping design and fabrication experience preferred.
• Piping and pumping systems experience a plus.
• Instrumentation knowledge a plus.
• English proficiency required; German or Spanish a plus.
• Autodesk Inventor or 3D software highly preferred.
• Knowledge of General Dimensioning and Tolerance; interpret drawings.
• Domestic travel may be required; extended travel possible.

Responsibilities

• Review and determine project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards.
• Develop project objectives and plan with management.
• Determine project schedule and stakeholders by identifying project phases and elements.
• Perform engineering calculations for liquids and gases in pipes including pipe sizing, pressure drops, and velocities.
• Specify equipment such as pump/fan and control valve specifications to meet standards.
• Maintain project schedule by monitoring progress and resolving problems.
• Develop and apply Lechler standards and test procedures to validate performance.
• Create functional descriptions and process flow diagrams for automation/PLC programming of fluid handling equipment.
• Commission projects that include mechanical and electrical components.
• Document, maintain, and organize files per QMS; create operation manuals.

Skills

Highly motivated

Professional

Organized

Good communication

Punctual

Reliable

Self-directed

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering

Mechanical Engineering Degree preferred

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lechler, Inc. is seeking a project engineer to work independently on challenging mechanical design and project management tasks, from initial design to commissioning of skids, lances, headers, showers, and systems.

You will collaborate with project and design engineers, manufacturers, purchasing, suppliers, and customers’ engineers to solve problems, perform calculations, and validate performance through testing. English proficiency is essential; travel may be required.