Mechanical Engineer

The Davis Companies; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a contract-to-hire position. You will design and optimize mechanical and piping systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, and be proficient in AutoCAD, Plant3D, or CADWorx. This role includes hands-on design, technical problem-solving, and collaboration across teams, providing a potential pathway to a full-time role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical engineering design and development experience.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Plant3D or CADWorx.
• Demonstrated ability to apply analytical methods to solve complex engineering problems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical and piping systems.
• Perform stress analysis and hydraulic analysis.
• Conduct heat transfer analysis to ensure safe thermal management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for integrated designs.

Skills

Mechanical engineering design

Technical problem-solving

Collaboration

Hands-on design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant3D

CADWorx

FEA

CAESAR II

AFT Fathom

Job description

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join one of our clients engineering teams on a contract‑to‑hire basis. In this role, you will design, analyze, and optimize mechanical and piping systems that meet project requirements, customer expectations, and industry standards. You’ll apply sound engineering principles to deliver reliable, constructible, and high‑performance solutions while collaborating closely with cross‑functional partners.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys hands‑on design, technical problem‑solving, and working in a collaborative project environment—with the potential to convert to a full‑time role.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop mechanical and piping systems using AutoCAD, Plant3D, and/or CADWorx
• Perform stress analysis, friction loss calculations, and hydraulic analysis to evaluate system performance
• Conduct heat transfer analysis to ensure safe and efficient thermal management
• Apply engineering calculations and simulations to optimize system reliability, safety, and constructability
• Collaborate with civil/structural, electrical, QA, and project management teams to ensure integrated designs
• Support design reviews, troubleshoot engineering challenges, and provide technical recommendations
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, drawings, reports, and specifications
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• 5+ years of mechanical engineering design and development experience
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Plant3D or CADWorx
• Experience performing friction loss calculations, system hydraulics analysis, and stress analysis
• Strong understanding of heat transfer principles and mechanical system behavior
• Demonstrated ability to apply analytical methods to solve complex engineering problems

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent
• Experience with advanced simulation tools such as FEA, CAESAR II, and/or AFT Fathom
• Familiarity with material selection for chemical compatibility
• Experience working in multidisciplinary, project‑based engineering environments