Mechanical Engineering Specialist II - Hydro

Mesa Associates, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Associates, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Specialist II to join the team and deliver mechanical design for power generation clients.

You will work with engineers, drafters, and other disciplines to develop complete design packages and lead engineering tasks. Qualifications include a BSME, a PE or potential to obtain, and at least six years in piping and plant design, with experience in pipe stress analysis using AutoPipe or Caesar.

Qualifications

• BSME degree required; PE license or ability to obtain within 2 years.
• Minimum six years progressive piping and plant design experience.
• Pipe stress analysis experience using AutoPipe or Caesar software.
• SME knowledge of pumps, valves and heat exchangers.
• Familiarity with ASME B31.1, B31.3, NFPA, ANSI and API codes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver complete design packages including equipment layouts, piping general arrangements, pipe support details and isometrics.
• Lead projects as Responsible Engineer on multiple assignments.
• Perform engineering calculations and size mechanical equipment.
• Review drawings for AutoCAD Plant 3D, Plant 3D, and MicroStation packages.
• Mentor and direct other design team members and drafters.
• Coordinate with cross-discipline teams on hydro, industrial, or other projects.

Skills

Piping design

Project leadership

Field walkdowns

Mentoring

Overtime travel

Education

BSME

PE license or ability to obtain

6+ years piping & plant design

Tools

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Inventor

SolidWorks

Revit

Navisworks

Plant 3D

MicroStation

AutoPipe

Caesar

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Specialist II - Hydro

Job Category : ENG

Requisition Number : MECHA003612

• Posted : September 29, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Knoxville, TN 37932, USA

Description

This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.

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Mesa Associates, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Specialist II to work with other members of the mechanical engineering team to deliver projects of varying complexity and size to our power generation clients. Work in a team environment alongside engineers, drafters, and other design members as well as other discipline teams.

Work in a team environment alongside engineers, drafters, and other design members as well as other discipline teams. Daily tasks will include the design of additions and modifications to power generation facilities related to mechanical systems including:

• Perform as lead Responsible Engineer on a variety of projects
• Perform tasks related to high energy piping such as pipe stress analysis, model fluid systems, material selection, develop weld procedures, and perform root cause analysis for our customers on high energy piping failures.
• Development and presentation of detailed design models utilizing AutoCAD Plant 3D, Inventor, Solidworks, Revit and/or Navisworks
• Review drawing package preparation and review - AutoCAD, Plant 3D, and MicroStation
• Development and modification of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), equipment layout, piping plans/details, pipe support details, piping isometrics, and bills of materials.
• Laser scanning technology – Plant 3D, Navisworks, and Recap
• Perform walkdowns and collects detailed field information related to site configuration, collection of existing equipment data, and completion of onsite laser scans
• Perform peer checking of packages developed by other design team members
• Provide direction and mentoring of other design members and drafters.
• Note that the actual projects assigned are based on the needs of the company and may cover a variety of sources from hydro, industrial, government, etc.

Successful candidates will be:

• Well organized and self-motivated to complete tasks within agreed schedules.
• Creative thinkers with the ability to judge between alternate solutions to provide the optimal solution.
• Available to work overtime as necessary to meet project schedules and commitments.
• Available to travel out of town for project meetings and site visits.
• Safety consciousness and will strictly adhere to company and client safety standards.
• Successful candidate will have a background in Power Generation, Pulp and Paper, or Chemical processes

Responsibilities:

• Apply basic knowledge of system design principles and practices to develop a complete and accurate design package.
• Work closely with engineers, members of design team, and other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Development of detailed design packages. This includes development of drawing packages including but not limited to equipment layouts, piping general arrangements, pipe support details, and isometrics.
• Manage personal task assignments, and adheres to project scope, schedule, and budget on all assigned tasks.
• Perform engineering calculations and size mechanical equipment.
• Taking leadership of projects is a critical skill for this position.

Educational/Experience/Licensure:

• Required BSME
• PE license or ability to obtain it in the next 2 years
• Preferred - Minimum of six (6) years of progressive experience in piping and plant design
• Required – Pipe stress analysis experience using AutoPipe or Caesar pipe stress software
• Required - SME knowledge of pumps, valves, and heat exchangers
• Preferred – knowledge of welding and weld repairs
• Required - Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards including but not limited to ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, NFPA, ANSI and API.

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Qualifications

Behaviors

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Bachelors or better in Mechanical Engineering.

Experience

6 years:

relevant professional experience

Licenses & Certifications

Prof Engineering (PE)

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