Mechanical Discipline Lead

Henpen Corporation; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Henpen Corporation in Atlanta, GA is seeking an experienced Mechanical Discipline Lead to own the mechanical scope on assigned capital projects. You will lead the mechanical team, establish the project scope, coordinate technical deliverables, and ensure the integrity of mechanical engineering throughout the lifecycle.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 7+ years leading mechanical disciplines in chemical or petrochemical environments, with at least 5 years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering required.
• 7+ years leading the mechanical discipline in chemical or petrochemical environments.
• 5+ years of project engineering experience on major projects.

Responsibilities

• Define and own the mechanical scope for each project phase (FEL-2, FEL-3/FEED) and equipment specs.
• Establish applicable codes, standards, and design requirements; ensure regulatory and safety compliance.
• Specify equipment, review deliverables, provide technical leadership to mechanical teams and partners.
• Coordinate with Project Managers to align scope, interfaces, quality, and schedule.
• Identify mechanical risks, develop mitigation plans, and communicate recommendations to leadership.
• Develop and implement mechanical standards, procedures, and templates across projects.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical engineering

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Discipline Lead
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
125000-150000
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to serve as the Mechanical Discipline Lead for assigned capital projects. In this role, you will have overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, execution, and technical integrity of the mechanical discipline, acting as the single point of accountability for all mechanical engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities include:

• Defining the mechanical scope and deliverables for each project phase, including FEL-2 scope development and FEL-3/FEED equipment specifications supporting cost estimates.
• Establishing the applicable codes, standards, and design requirements while ensuring compliance with regulatory, safety, and company requirements.
• Specifying static and rotating equipment for the required service, including selection of appropriate materials of construction.
• Reviewing and approving specifications, datasheets, calculations, drawings, models, and other deliverables prepared by engineering partners and equipment vendors.
• Providing technical leadership to the mechanical teams of our engineering and EPC partners.
• Coordinating with the Company Project Manager and EPC Project Manager to maintain alignment on scope, priorities, interfaces, quality, and schedule.
• Identifying mechanical risks early, developing mitigation plans, and clearly communicating recommendations and decisions to project and senior leadership.
• Developing and implementing standards, procedures, and templates where gaps exist to improve quality, consistency, and standardization across projects.
• Making sound project-level mechanical decisions with limited supervision while recognizing when specialist input or leadership escalation is appropriate.

Qualifications
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 7/10+ years of relevant experience, including demonstrated experience leading the mechanical discipline within the chemical or petrochemical manufacturing industry.
• 5+ Years Project Engineering Experience projects.

Why is This a Great Opportunity
Offers a chance to tackle the global plastic crisis, providing career growth in an innovative industry, and features strong backing from major corporate partners