Mechanical Engineer II — Power & Thermal Systems

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Chicago is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to apply thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics and power plant expertise. You will prepare calculations, evaluations, and technical reports to support client recommendations and reviews, and you will analyze mechanical systems.

The role involves system engineering, design and analysis of power plant mechanical systems, with potential travel for reviews and field verification. A mechanical engineering degree is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering with strong thermodynamics, heat transfer and fluid mechanics.
• Knowledge of applying mechanical engineering principles to project design and technical plans.
• Experience in producing calculations and reports with strong writing skills.
• Interest in numerical computations and problem solving in engineering contexts.
• Proficiency with MS Office and effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare calculations, evaluations, and technical reports to support client recommendations and reviews.
• Conduct equipment sizing, optimization evaluation, and selection for project needs.
• Support project teams with mechanical system engineering, design, modification, and analysis.
• Travel to client and vendor offices for design reviews and site verification as needed.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Fluid mechanics

Power plant engineering

Calculations

Technical reports

System engineering

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

ABET-accredited program (preferred)

FE exam (benefit)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Sargent & Lundy in Chicago is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to apply thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics and power plant expertise. You will prepare calculations, evaluations, and technical reports to support client recommendations and reviews, and you will analyze mechanical systems.

The role involves system engineering, design and analysis of power plant mechanical systems, with potential travel for reviews and field verification. A mechanical engineering degree is required.