Mechanical Engineer SR 3 - 4P/447

4P Consulting Inc.; Waynesboro (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical system design for projects in power generation and heavy industrial facilities. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of experience, a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, and a strong knowledge of relevant codes and standards. This role involves leading design efforts, developing project scopes, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of mechanical engineering experience in power generation or heavy industrial settings.
• Extensive hands-on experience in piping system design.
• Strong knowledge of ASME, API codes & standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design for retrofit and new generation projects.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and engineering estimates.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Piping system design

Hydraulic/pump system calculations

Mentoring designers

Mechanical design activities

Technical direction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Pipe-Flo or equivalent software

Mechanical design software

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location:Waynesboro, GA

Contract- 3 Years

Client- Southern Nuclear

Position Overview

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will serve as the technical lead for mechanical system design in support of new generation, environmental, and retrofit projects across power generation and heavy industrial facilities. This role requires deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and the ability to independently make sound engineering decisions while directing design efforts and supporting field teams as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design for small and medium retrofit, environmental, and new generation projects

• Perform mechanical design activities including:

  • Pipe sizing & routing

  • Material selection

  • Valve selection & specification

  • Pipe support design

  • Equipment layout & equipment specifications

• Develop and review P&IDs, equipment datasheets, and mechanical deliverables

• Conduct hydraulic calculations; Pipe-Flo or equivalent software preferred

• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and engineering estimates

• Provide technical direction to designers and review design output

• Support system checkouts, commissioning, and startup as needed

• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements

• Collaborate closely with plant staff, engineering teams, contractors, and vendors

• Make independent engineering decisions with limited information and guidance

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET-accredited program)

• 20+ years of mechanical engineering experience in power generation or heavy industrial settings

• Extensive hands‑on experience in:

  • Piping system design

  • Hydraulic/pump system calculations

  • Equipment selection (tanks, pumps, heat exchangers, valves, BOP equipment)

  • P&ID development & checking

• Strong knowledge of:

  • Engineering design principles

  • ASME, API, and other relevant codes & standards

• Demonstrated ability to lead design work and mentor designers

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) License

• Pipe-Flo or similar hydraulic modeling software experience

• Experience supporting commissioning and plant startup