Mechanical Engineer IV

Quanta Power Solutions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Weekly Pay

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development Opportunities

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a Senior Mechanical Equipment Engineer IV to lead mechanical equipment design across power generation, BESS, substations, and transmission projects. You will mentor engineers, coordinate with piping, electrical, and process teams, and ensure safe, efficient, and constructible solutions from concept through commissioning.

The role demands 10–15+ years in EPC environments, strong rotating equipment expertise, and proficiency with AutoCAD/Plant 3D, Revit, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10–15+ years of mechanical engineering experience within EPC, power generation, industrial, or energy infrastructure environments.
• Strong experience supporting: EPC project execution, Power generation projects, Rotating equipment systems, Gas treatment systems, Vendor coordination and equipment procurement.
• Strong knowledge of: Piping systems and stress analysis, Pipe supports and specialty materials, Steam systems and safety devices, Mechanical equipment integration and utility systems.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD / Plant 3D, Revit, Navisworks, Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional engineering teams.
• Strong organizational, mentoring, technical leadership, and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical equipment engineering activities for EPC power generation and industrial infrastructure projects.
• Develop conceptual designs, equipment layouts, technical specifications, and cost studies for complex mechanical systems.
• Support the design, selection, and evaluation of rotating equipment including pumps, compressors, blowers, heat exchangers.
• Apply advanced engineering methods to mechanical utility systems, gas treatment systems, and industrial process applications.
• Perform equipment sizing calculations, technical evaluations, and material take-offs.
• Review vendor drawings, equipment submittals, and multidisciplinary engineering deliverables.
• Support procurement documentation, construction packages, startup coordination, and field engineering activities.
• Coordinate closely with piping, structural, electrical, process, instrumentation, and drafting teams.
• Mentor entry-level and early-career engineers through technical guidance, coaching, and project support.
• Perform detailed engineering and technical execution work with minimal oversight.
• Participate in design reviews, quality assurance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support engineering execution strategies that drive project quality, schedule performance, and operational efficiency.

Skills

EPC project execution

Power generation

Rotating equipment

Vendor coordination

Piping systems

Steam systems

AutoCAD / Plant 3D

Revit

Navisworks

MS Office

Leadership

Mentoring engineers

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD / Plant 3D

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

About Us

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure — from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on.

About Us

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure — from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on. At Quanta Power Solutions, we are driven by a culture of safety, integrity, and disciplined execution — and we're building a team that shares that commitment.

About This Role

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Equipment Engineer IV to join our EPC team supporting power generation and distribution projects including gas turbines, renewable energy, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, transmission systems, and gas treatment facilities. This role will lead the development of high-quality mechanical equipment designs while providing technical expertise and leadership across multidisciplinary project teams to deliver safe, efficient, and constructible solutions.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive EPC project experience, deep knowledge of rotating equipment and power systems, and the ability to mentor developing engineers while also excelling in detailed engineering execution and technical coordination activities.

Houston, Amarillo TX, Charolette NC, Kansas CIty KS, Birmingham AL

What You'll Do

• Lead mechanical equipment engineering activities for EPC power generation and industrial infrastructure projects
• Develop conceptual designs, equipment layouts, technical specifications, and cost studies for complex mechanical systems
• Support the design, selection , and evaluation of rotating equipment including:
• Pumps
• Compressors
• Blowers
• Heat exchangers
• Related mechanical systems
• Apply advanced engineering methods to mechanical utility systems, gas treatment systems, and industrial process applications
• Perform equipment sizing calculations, technical evaluations, and material take-offs
• Review vendor drawings, equipment submittals, and multidisciplinary engineering deliverables
• Support procurement documentation, construction packages, startup coordination, and field engineering activities
• Coordinate closely with piping, structural, electrical, process, instrumentation, and drafting teams throughout project execution
• Mentor entry-level and early-career engineers through technical guidance, coaching, and project support
• Perform detailed engineering and technical execution work with minimal oversight
• Participate in design reviews, quality assurance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support engineering execution strategies that drive project quality, schedule performance, and operational efficiency
• Employee may be required to visit job sites, field offices, and customer locations

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university
• Minimum 10–15+ years of mechanical engineering experience within EPC, power generation, industrial, or energy infrastructure environments
• Strong experience supporting:
• EPC project execution
• Power generation projects
• Rotating equipment systems
• Gas treatment systems
• Vendor coordination and equipment procurement
• Strong knowledge of:
• Piping systems and stress analysis
• Pipe supports and specialty materials
• Steam systems and safety devices
• Mechanical equipment integration and utility systems
• Proficiency with:
• AutoCAD / Plant 3D
• Revit
• Navisworks
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional engineering teams
• Strong organizational, mentoring, technical leadership, and problem-solving capabilities
• Comfortable balancing leadership responsibilities with detailed behind-the-scenes engineering execution
• Ability to travel periodically for site visits, field verification, and project activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license highly preferred
• Experience supporting gas turbines, combined-cycle plants, renewable energy, BESS, substations, transmission systems, or industrial process facilities
• Familiarity with startup, commissioning, and field construction support activities
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering coordination within EPC environments

What You'll Get

• Competitive Compensation
• Weekly Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discount Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.