Lead Mechanical Engineer - Refinery Capital Projects

Eichleay Engineers Inc

Blaine (WA)

Hybrid

USD 110,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Eichleay Engineers Inc. in Blaine, WA is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive refinery capital projects, mentor engineers, and partner with operations and maintenance teams to deliver safe, reliable solutions.

You will lead a portfolio of capital, reliability, and process piping projects within a live refinery environment, ensuring code compliance, effective design reviews, and timely execution across multiple concurrent efforts.

Qualifications

BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering and eight or more years of related experience.
Direct experience with Refinery/Industrial/Petrochemical projects.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently with little guidance and oversight.
Previous experience leading a group and managing workloads.
Experience estimating required hours to complete a design and preparing a BOM/MTO.
Understanding of coordination between other disciplines during design.
Experience developing and reviewing technical documents and drawings to support procurement or modification of equipment.
Ability to climb ladders and be comfortable at heights.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate awareness and commitment to health, safety, and environmental issues, ensuring zero harm to all employees, clients, and contractors.
Ensure all mechanical engineering designs meet applicable codes and standards, including company standards, API, and ASME.
Supervise a staff of Mechanical Engineers, providing training and guidance.
Participate in weekly project priority and resource meetings, providing input for all mechanical projects.
Perform code calculations for ASME B31.1/B31.3, ASME BPVC Sec I and Sec VIII.
Prepare equipment and piping technical specification packages for vendor quotes and bid requests.
Perform technical bid evaluations and review vendor drawings.
Check drawings such as piping isometrics, layouts, section views, pipe support details, and other piping specialty items.
Select welding procedures, NDE, and testing requirements.
Select coating and insulation systems for equipment and piping.
Prepare the mechanical portion of construction packages.
Communicate clearly with contractors during scope development and installation activities.
Complete final job walk downs for mechanical acceptance of installed scope and Pre‑Startup Safety Reviews.
Interact effectively with all levels of employees, clients, and vendors.
Demonstrate strong customer focus with a commitment to building enduring relationships that yield customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Deal with change and demonstrate flexibility as required.
Manage multiple projects with competing priorities, consistently achieving goals, delivering quality work, and meeting timelines.
Commit to continued learning and education through participation in internal and/or external training opportunities.