Mechanical Project Engineer

Innovate; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovate is seeking a hands-on Mechanical/Project Engineer to join their team in Pennsylvania. This dynamic role involves designing and building chemical systems, with opportunities to see projects from concept to operation. Ideal candidates have a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering and thrive in collaborative settings, tackling various engineering challenges.

Benefits

Medical insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

Competitive salary + bonus program

Hands-on projects and real ownership

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in chemical plant or skid system design preferred.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.
• Willingness to travel up to 5% to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Design custom systems using Autodesk Inventor in 2D and 3D.
• Conduct DFMEAs to improve reliability.
• Prepare Bills of Materials and maintain technical documentation.

Skills

Design

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

This range is provided by Innovate. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Innovate

Mechanical/Project Engineer | $80K–$120K | On-site in PA | Relocation offered

From R&D-scale chemical systems to full pilot plants, we engineer, build, and optimize custom equipment and processing systems.

We’re looking for a Mechanical/Project Engineer who thrives on variety, ownership, and problem-solving. This is a hands-on, dynamic role ideal for someone who wants to see their work go from 3D model to real-world operation.

What You’ll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities):

• Use Autodesk Inventor to design custom systems, components, and skids in 2D and 3D
• Design instrumentation systems for chemical processing applications
• Conduct DFMEAs and risk assessments to improve reliability and prevent issues early
• Design ASME and non-code pressure vessels (a big plus!)
• Specify pumps, valves, and process control systems for seamless integration
• Review and update Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) with process and controls engineers

Project & Fabrication Support

• Prepare and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical documentation
• Coordinate with in-house fabrication teams to ensure quality and accuracy
• Inspect work for weld quality, assembly precision, and spec compliance
• Support process engineering efforts: simulations, troubleshooting, and system optimization
• Get involved in commissioning R&D systems and pilot plants
• Contribute to continuous improvement across engineering, quality, and safety
• Tackle a variety of ad-hoc tasks — it’s part of working in a fast-moving, agile team

What We're Looking For:

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering
• 3+ years of related experience (chemical plant or skid system design preferred)
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor
• Manufacturing or chemical plant background required
• Willingness to travel up to 5% to customer sites
• Highly self-motivated, comfortable in small teams and hands-on environments

This is an on-site role based in PA

• Competitive salary + bonus program
• Medical coverage and industry-leading retirement plan
• A rare chance to do design, build, and commissioning all in one role
• Hands-on projects and real ownership in your work
• A collaborative, small-business culture where your ideas count

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing, Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, and Chemical Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

401(k)

Pension plan

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