Mechanical Engineering Professional

RigUp; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 77,090 - 112,618; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cary, NC is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead projects and mentor junior staff. The role involves client engagement and business development in the energy sector. You will provide engineering design solutions and participate in strategic planning. The position is hybrid, requiring presence in the Cary office at least twice a week, with significant opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of engineering design and/or consulting experience.
• Professional Engineering licensure (any US state).
• Availability to travel as required, typically less than 50%
• Willing to work at least 2 days per week in the Cary, NC office.
• Experience with thermal utility systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering team for advisory services.
• Mentor junior and mid-level staff.
• Collaborate with clients on energy solutions.
• Develop business strategies and sales opportunities.

Skills

Client engagement

Business growth strategy

Communication

Technical writing

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Oil & Gas Recruiting Coordinator at RigUp

Base pay range: $55.96/hr - $81.75/hr

Direct hire to client.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering discipline
• At least 10 years of engineering design and/or consulting experience
• Professional Engineering licensure (any US state)
• Proven ability to engage with clients, develop relationships and win work, and deliver innovative solutions providing value to both the client and provider
• Demonstrated ability to engage in business growth strategy, including exploration and development of new project opportunities and knowledge of emerging technologies
• Experience with proposal development and project execution planning, including scope development and manhour estimates for engineering services
• Passion for mentoring and development of junior technical staff
• Strong communication and technical writing skills
• Availability to travel as required to support project needs (varies by project but typically less than 50%)
• Availability to work at least 2 days per week in the Cary, NC office when not traveling
• Other highly regarded qualifications include experience with:
  • Thermal utility plants and distribution systems (steam, hot water, chilled water)
  • Utility master planning or decarbonization/climate response planning
  • Cogeneration or combined heat and power systems
  • Heat pump/heat recovery chillers
  • Prior personnel management responsibilities

Responsibilities

We are seeking a senior level mechanical engineer for a leading role in our Cary, NC office. This position will provide an opportunity to mentor and/or manage junior and mid-level mechanical engineering staff members while also working closely with our clients to deliver exceptional services in the energy sector. Other responsibilities will include strategy formation, business development and sales as we expand our energy transition portfolio.

Our projects provide the opportunity to engage with clients, evaluate their energy needs, develop concept-level plans and solutions, then take these through detailed design to provide for full execution of the solution. We offer and deliver a true “end to end” life‑cycle service from exploration, development, operation, and repowering/retirement. Demonstrated abilities include a broad understanding of mechanical and process engineering disciplines. Experience in consulting, design, design management and project management will be highly regarded, as will experience in Owner’s Engineer roles or contract management, and advisory (technical advisor/due diligence) roles as well as strategic project development experience.

Primary responsibilities focus on leading a mechanical engineering team to provide advisory services and engineering design solutions for clients across all market sectors. You will also collaborate with our Client Account Managers and sales professionals on pursuits of strategic importance to the firm. You’ll be expected to possess highly collaborative and sophisticated communication and problem‑solving skills. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated ability to anticipate challenges and manage “up and out” while supporting large teams responsible for the daily details of project delivery.

This is a hybrid work‑from‑home position. This role will be expected to regularly work out of our Raleigh office location and/or a local client site in the Raleigh area.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Temporary

Industries

Oil and Gas