Lead Mechanical Engineer

Century 3, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Century 3, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Mechanical/Process Engineer to lead design efforts for complex mechanical systems and utility networks in industrial settings. You will coordinate across disciplines, mentor junior staff, and ensure designs meet regulatory and project requirements.

The role involves hands-on engineering, field verification, and collaboration with clients and contractors. A PE license and 10+ years of experience are required, with travel to client sites as needed.

Qualifications

• BSME or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
• 10+ years of mechanical/process engineering design experience, including prior experience leading project teams or mentoring junior staff.
• Experience delivering projects utilizing AutoCAD and Revit and coordinating an integrated design using NavisWorks.

Responsibilities

• Design for mechanical and process systems ranging from simple to complex.
• Coordinate with design team members across disciplines.
• Develop design solutions for mechanical utility systems (chilled water, cooling tower water, heating water, steam and condensate, compressed air, natural gas, water).
• Validate design through mechanical calculations including HVAC load calculations, air and water pressure drops.
• Support work delivered from multiple office locations.
• Direct project workflow of engineers, designers and drafters to ensure project completion.
• Mentor and develop engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and supporting career growth.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of calculations, drawings, and specifications prior to issuance.
• Establish and maintain mechanical discipline design standards, templates, and best practices.
• Interact and collaborate with clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and develop contingency plans with Discipline and Project Managers.
• Participate in services during construction, including field verification, site observation reports, RFIs, and submittal reviews.

Skills

Mechanical design

Team leadership

HVAC load calculations

Coordination

AutoCAD

Revit

NavisWorks

Project management

Technical writing

Field verification

MS Office

Education

BSME or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

NavisWorks

Job description

Perform a variety of engineering work in the initial planning and design phase of equipment, systems, or processes with a clear understanding of the project objectives and related regulatory and/or industry requirements and practices.

Responsibilities:

• Design for mechanical and process systems ranging from simple to complex.
• Coordination with design team members, both in mechanical/process and other disciplines.
• Develop design solutions for mechanical utility systems such as chilled water, cooling tower water, heating water, steam and condensate, compressed air, natural gas, and water.
• Validate design through mechanical calculations including HVAC load calculations, air and water pressure drops.
• Support work delivered from multiple office locations.
• Direct project workflow of engineers, designers and drafters to ensure project completion.
• Mentor and develop engineers and designers, providing technical guidance and supporting career growth.
• Perform quality assurance/quality control reviews of discipline calculations, drawings, and specifications prior to issuance.
• Establish and maintain mechanical discipline design standards, templates, and best practices.
• Interact and collaborate with clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Manage changes in project scope, identify potential risks, and work with Discipline Manager and Project Managers to develop contingency plans.
• Participate in services during construction, including field verification, site observations reports, responses to RFIs, and submittal reviews.

Job Requirements

• BSME or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
• 10+ years of mechanical/process engineering design experience, including prior experience leading project teams or mentoring junior staff.
• Experience delivering projects utilizing AutoCAD and Revit and coordinating an integrated design using coordination tools such as NavisWorks.
• Demonstrated experience working in the architectural/engineering (A/E) industry supporting projects in the specialty chemicals, heavy industrial, and manufacturing industries.
• Ability to travel as this position may require individuals to spend time onsite with customers.
• Ability/Willingness to climb to elevated platforms via plant stairs and ladders at client sites.
• Good communicator and team player.
• Good technical writing ability.
• Highly organized.
• Must show ownership and follow-through on assigned projects.
• Interest in professional growth.
• Ability to learn quickly and grasp new concepts, especially as they relate to engineering and construction.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook.