Mechanical Engineering Specialist

Stockell Consulting; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus eligible

Excellent major medical coverage

PTO

Retirement Plan

Job summary

A consulting firm in Birmingham, AL, seeks a Mechanical Engineer for a fulltime role. Candidates should have a BS in Mechanical Engineering and 1-2 years of estimating experience. The position involves analyzing plans, preparing cost estimates, and collaborating with teams. Excellent benefits provided including medical coverage and retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of work experience in mechanical estimating, preferably.
• Knowledge of mechanical equipment, piping systems, and pressure vessels.
• Solid understanding of blueprints, schematics, and construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project plans and prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Perform material quotes, including labor take-offs.
• Collaborate with project managers and vendors during phases.

Skills

Proficiency with estimating software

Strong analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Education

BS degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Salary: Competitive salary based on experience

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a fulltime benefitted position who is early in their career and interested in working alongside senior staff performing product engineering-related estimating; and growing into either a Sr. Estimator role or Sales Engineer role supporting the sales group.

Our client is an established and successful company with a rich 50-year history serving the hydronic sector (e.g. systems that use liquid water or steam to transfer heat) for very large industrial applications.

This position is an 'onsite' role located in Trussville, AL.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project plans, specifications, and drawings to prepare detailed cost estimates
• Perform material quotes for motors, valves, piping, steam systems, and related equipment, including labor take-offs
• Solicit and evaluate bids from subcontractors and suppliers
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and vendors during the estimating and preconstruction phases
• Ensure estimates align with client budgets, project timelines, and technical specifications
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering options
• Maintain up-to-date cost databases and estimating tools

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 1‑2 years of work experience in mechanical estimating, preferably
• Any knowledge of mechanical equipment, piping systems, pressure vessels, ASME code
• Proficiency with any estimating software
• Solid understanding of blueprints, schematics, and construction documentation
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Bonus eligible, annual

Excellent major medical coverage

PTO (holidays and vacation)

Retirement Plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.