Mechanical Engineer 4

Day & Zimmermann; United States; On-site; USD 115,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Paid maternity leave

Parental leave

Flexible spending accounts

Pet insurance

Job summary

Day & Zimmermann seeks a Mechanical Engineer 4 in the United States to lead projects from FEED through detailed design and construction support, guiding a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, reliable solutions on schedule and within budget.

Requires 12+ years in EPC/EPCm, a BS in Mechanical Engineering, SolidWorks proficiency, and strong leadership and communication to coordinate vendors, clients and site teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 12+ years of professional engineering experience required.
• 6-10+ years of EPC/EPCm experience in chemical/process industries required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and coordinate a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers across a portfolio of projects, applying your subject matter expertise to ensure technical excellence and seamless project delivery with minimal oversight.
• Develop and evaluate conceptual mechanical designs, assessing alternatives based on constructability, performance, reliability, maintainability, cost, and environmental compliance.
• Manage mechanical scope changes, ensuring deliverables meet budgetary and scheduling constraints.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering disciplines, construction, site personnel, vendors, subcontractors, and clients for smooth project execution.
• Establish and approve detailed work plans, resource allocation, and scheduling for your team and projects.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications to ensure adherence to standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations; apply your professional license where applicable.
• Champion continuous improvement by integrating best practices and technologies into mechanical engineering processes.
• Provide technical guidance during construction and ensure installations align with design criteria and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Day And Zimmermann

No problem is too challenging or complex for Day & Zimmermann Maintenance and Construction (DZMC) because We do what we say! ® We're here to make life easier for plant owners in the Power, Chemical, and Industrial markets. With our wide-ranging capabilities and long-standing industry experience, we deliver innovative solutions and seamless processes that effectively manage all aspects of the plant life cycle. It's no wonder we're the #1 maintenance services provider in the United States. Come join in on our purpose - We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world! https://www.dayzim.com/services-and-products/maintenance-construction

About Day And Zimmermann

No problem is too challenging or complex for Day & Zimmermann Maintenance and Construction (DZMC) because We do what we say! ® We're here to make life easier for plant owners in the Power, Chemical, and Industrial markets. With our wide-ranging capabilities and long-standing industry experience, we deliver innovative solutions and seamless processes that effectively manage all aspects of the plant life cycle. It's no wonder we're the #1 maintenance services provider in the United States. Come join in on our purpose - We put people to work, we protect American freedoms, and we help our customers power and improve the world! https://www.dayzim.com/services-and-products/maintenance-construction

Opportunity Overview

Join DZMC as a Mechanical Engineer 4 and become a vital contributor to our innovative engineering team. This role requires applying advanced mechanical engineering expertise to lead and execute complex projects in the chemical process industry and related sectors. You will have a crucial role throughout project phases, from conceptual front-end engineering to detailed design and construction support, ensuring that technical solutions adhere to rigorous standards of quality, efficiency, and safety. Our dynamic work environment fosters professional growth and collaboration, offering you the opportunity to influence project outcomes directly while interacting with multidisciplinary teams and industry-leading vendors. At DZII, we value innovation, integrity, and technical excellence, providing the resources and support necessary for you to excel and contribute to impactful engineering solutions. Explore a career where your mechanical engineering skills will be challenged and rewarded, where your leadership will inspire teams, and where your technical knowledge will drive the successful execution of sophisticated engineering projects.

Here is the work you'll do:

• Lead, mentor, and coordinate a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers across a portfolio of projects, applying your subject matter expertise to ensure technical excellence and seamless project delivery with minimal oversight.
• Develop and evaluate conceptual mechanical designs, rigorously assessing alternatives based on parameters such as constructability, performance efficiency, reliability, maintainability, cost-effectiveness, and environmental compliance to optimize project outcomes.
• Effectively manage mechanical scope changes, ensuring that deliverables are completed within approved budgetary and scheduling constraints, demonstrating strong project management capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders including other engineering disciplines, construction teams, site personnel, vendors, subcontractors, and clients to coordinate and integrate work activities for smooth project execution.
• Establish and approve detailed work plans, resource allocation, and scheduling for your team and projects, driving productivity and meeting critical deadlines.
• Conduct thorough reviews and approvals of engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications, ensuring adherence to established design standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations; apply your professional engineering license to sanction final designs where applicable.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by integrating innovative best practices and technologies into mechanical engineering processes and design methodologies.
• Support construction phases by providing technical guidance, resolving engineering issues, and ensuring that mechanical installations align with design criteria and safety standards.

This role is for you if you have these skills:

• Expertise in developing detailed equipment specifications and comprehensive data sheets for a variety of mechanical systems and equipment skids, ensuring technical accuracy and client satisfaction.
• Proven ability to engage and collaborate with equipment vendors, assessing and selecting appropriate technology solutions tailored to project requirements and budgets.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks software for creating sophisticated mechanical design models, facilitating clear visualization and precise engineering documentation.
• Experience in estimating equipment costs and contributing to the preparation of capital cost estimates, supporting effective project budgeting and financial planning.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office applications and the agility to quickly adapt to new software tools that enhance project execution and communication.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, enabling clear articulation of complex technical concepts to diverse audiences including clients, team members, and management.
• Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills, capable of navigating project challenges with a collaborative and solution-focused approach.

And If You Have These Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 12+ years of professional engineering experience required.
• 6-10+ years of experience in the EPC/EPCm industry or with an operating company serving the chemical process industry required. Relevant industry experience may include munitions, chemicals, petrochemicals, chemical intermediates, fibers, or related sectors.

In compliance with this state's pay transparency laws, the salary range for this role is $114,960.00 - $172,440.00. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. (The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements).

We care about our employees and it shows.

Our staff receive a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical/Rx, dental and vision coverage; life, AD&D and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; 100% paid maternity leave for up to 12 weeks, parental leave, family leave, other paid time off; voluntary benefits and discount programs to meet our employees’ individual needs including pet insurance for our furry family members!

Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity

Day & Zimmermann is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce, where employees are hired, retained, compensated and promoted based on their contributions to our Company. Our collective strength is rooted in over a century of diverse employees and businesses, commitment to success, and delivery on promises made. Federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity laws prohibit employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status and disability status. Day & Zimmermann is committed to providing an equal opportunity work environment in full compliance with these laws. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation in the application process, please email [e-mail], and please specify which position you are interested in, including job title and location.