Mechanical Engineer

Hargrove and Associates, Inc; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Personal paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Hargrove and Associates, Inc in Missouri seeks a Mechanical Engineer to assist in routine design of less complex projects under close supervision. You will apply theory, CAD standards, and piping knowledge to deliver reliable concepts and drafts.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s or MS in Mechanical Engineering, with 1+ year industrial experience and possible EIT. Strong teamwork and communication are required to collaborate with design leaders and drafting groups on calculations, drawings, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• EIT registration strongly preferred; PE preferred upon eligibility.
• 1+ years of relevant industrial mechanical engineering experience.
• Knowledge of piping materials, valve sizing, and supports.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine design of less complex engineering tasks under close supervision.
• Review vendor and discipline drawings for mechanical input.
• Perform stress analysis and piping estimates at a conceptual level.
• Develop conceptual layouts and cost studies to determine efficient approaches.
• Produce preliminary designs and material take-offs for estimates.
• Collaborate with design leaders to ensure timely information flow.

Skills

Piping design knowledge

CAD drafting standards

Engineering calculations

Stress analysis basics

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or MS in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

What You'll Be Doing Job Scope

Generally responsible for performing routine design of less complex engineering assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This level will assist in the design of larger and more complex mechanical engineering assignments. This work will be performed under close supervision.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Familiarity and use of department design and drafting standards.
• Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task team.
• On-site assistance during startup.
• Assisting in accomplishing engineering activities such as stress analysis, construction specifications, material procurement specifications, calculations and piping estimates.
• Developing conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at hand.
• Producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs suitable for the level of the estimate being performed on a project.
• Producing detail design calculations and sketches for materials of construction associated with the project.
• Calculations produced will be neatly prepared and organized for efficient checking by others and efficient use by drafters/designers for preparing drawings and as a deliverable when required.
• Assisting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems.
• Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.
• Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for mechanical input.
• Assist with flexibility and stress analysis of piping systems.
• Assist in selecting piping specialty items.

Ideal Background Education

Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university is required.

Registration

Engineer in Training (EIT) registration is strongly preferred. Professional Engineering registration is preferred upon eligibility.

Experience

This position requires 1+ years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical engineering.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
• Knowledge of design standards and codes.
• Knowledge, application and specification of piping materials.
• Knowledge of manual valve sizing, use and application.
• Knowledge of application of piping supports and restraints.
• Development of piping material and material procurement specifications.
• Perform flexibility and stress analysis of less complex piping systems.
• Design of less complex process and utility piping systems.
• Select piping specialty items given the design criteria.
• Sizing of compressible fluid piping systems.
• Identification of need, application and specification of safety valves and devices to maintain the mechanical integrity of piping systems.
• Identification of need, application and specification of steam traps and liquid drainers.
• Estimating piping related construction quantities of less complex systems from conceptual documents.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good presentation skills.
• Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships are developed and able to provide interoffice execution support with close supervision.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.

Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Hargrove is a drug-free workplace. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. Hargrove is passionate about serving our clients within our industry and the local economy, and we recognize that our impact goes beyond building great projects. Our extraordinary teammates serve the community with their time, talent, and generosity. The Hargrove team is a family whose volunteerism makes a huge impact on our communities, and The Hargrove Foundation is the vehicle for making a true difference in the lives of others. We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. Hargrove has consistently been ranked one of the “Best Firms to Work For” by organizations such as ZweigWhite and Business Alabama. We pair expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe. Our teammates strive to expand their knowledge and contribute to the success of the organization. Stay informed about new opportunities that are relevant to your profile.

• As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.