Instrument & Mechanical Project Engineer

EmergencyMD; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401(K) with employer match

Medical contribution toward HSA

Dental and Short-Term disability fully covered

Vision and fitness reimbursement

Flexible work schedule with half-days on Fridays

Job summary

A leading employee-owned engineering company seeks a full-time Instrument & Mechanical Project Engineer in St. Louis, MO. This role involves collaborating on Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) equipment design specifications, ensuring product integrity, and optimizing energy technology performance. Applicants should have a four-year degree, excellent communication skills, and project management abilities. The position offers a flexible work schedule, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to innovative power generation solutions.

Qualifications

• Must have a four-year degree; BSME preferred, BSChE or BSEE accepted.
• Excellent time management and communication skills are necessary.
• Ability to problem solve and interpret data effectively is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project specific Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Evaluate Supplier data and collaborate with project teams for procurement.
• Analyze thermal process data and perform required engineering calculations.

Skills

Excellent time management

Written and spoken communication skills

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Education

Four-year degree (BSME preferred, BSChE or BSEE accepted)

Job description

Would you like to be a part of a company that is employee owned? Consider joining a talented team of engineering professionals at Nooter/Eriksen Inc., based in Fenton, MO. We specialize in HRSG (Heat Recovery Steam Generator) design, construction and supply of equipment and solutions in the power industry worldwide.

Nooter/Eriksen is seeking a full-time Instrument & Mechanical Project Engineer to join our Engineering Team. This role is part of a team that is responsible for applying technical expertise in the development of Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) equipment design specifications and document deliverables to satisfy Customer requirements, minimize risk, and ensure product integrity for Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs). This position is located in Fenton, MO. The expectation is that this will be a hybrid position depending on business needs.

Make an Impact!

There's never been a more exciting time to join the energy infrastructure industry, especially an employee-owned OEM with profit-based incentive opportunities! This role offers the opportunity to directly impact the efficiency and reliability of modern power generation systems. As an HRSG Process Specialist, you will be at the forefront of optimizing combined cycle plant performance and shaping the future of energy technology.

About Nooter/Eriksen:

Nooter/Eriksen is an employee-owned company with headquarters in Fenton, MO and Milan, Italy. We specialize in HRSG (Heat Recovery Steam Generator) design, fabrication, equipment, and solutions for clients in the power industry, worldwide.

We offer a flexible work schedule with the option of working half-days on Fridays, year round! We provide a full benefits package. Our 401(K) provides an employer match and an annual non-elective contribution. We provide medical with an employer contribution toward the HSA. Dental and Short-Term disability is 100% covered by the company. We also offer vision and fitness reimbursement.

We pride ourselves on our collaborative environment where employees are empowered to advance their career, explore career paths, and grow personally and professionally.

DAY IN THE LIFE:

The Instrument & Mechanical Project Engineer reports directly to the I&C Engineering Manager and will be responsible for determining required supply and design requirements of valves, instrumentation and specialty equipment based on thermal process data, applicable codes, technical standards and Customer requirements, reviewing Supplier data to evaluate technical validity and conformance to specifications and to identify associated risks, collaborating with cross‑functional project team in Supplier selection process for valve, instrumentation and equipment orders and providing design solutions that are feasible and cost-effective.

As an Instrument & Mechanical Project Engineer you will oversee the development and maintenance of project specific Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), develop and maintain critical project documents including Valve, Instrument and Equipment Lists, control system Input/Output (I/O) Lists, data sheets, and other Customer required documentation, assist in the development and management of Control Logic Diagrams and Control Logic Narratives, analyze thermal process data and perform the required engineering calculations to establish the appropriate technical requirements for equipment design. Communicate and coordinate with Suppliers, evaluate bids, identify risks, and make recommendations for procurement of valves and instrumentation, develop and manage purchase order packages for valves, instrumentation and specialty equipment, review Customer technical specifications, critical project documentation and Supplier equipment data, and communicate and collaborate with intradepartmental team members to address questions and comments and resolve technical issues.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Four‑year degree; BSME preferred, BSChE or BSEE accepted.
• Excellent time management and written and spoken communication skills, highly professional, organized, and trustworthy team player; proficiency in English.
• Ability to read, write, problem solve, make quick decisions, interpret data and analyze results; effective written and verbal communication is essential.

Nooter/Eriksen is committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, safe, and empowered to do their best work. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.

Pre‑employment drug screen and background check required.