Mechanical Project Engineer – Industrial Boiler & Thermal

gpac; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer - Industrial Systems in Madison, WI to design and execute complex mechanical utility systems including boilers, steam distribution, hot water, and glycol cooling. You will provide technical support, deliver engineering deliverables, and coordinate with Project Managers.

The role emphasizes reliability, energy efficiency, and long-term performance, with collaboration across cross-functional teams and site-based responsibilities in an industrial

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Experience with boiler systems, steam/hydronic, or glycol cooling is required.
• EIT certification preferred; PE license is a plus.
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and support industrial boiler systems, steam and condensate return systems, hot water heating systems, and glycol-based cooling systems.
• Perform load calculations, heat transfer analysis, equipment sizing, and pump and piping design.
• Prepare PFDs, P&IDs, system layouts, and equipment specifications.
• Assist in selecting boilers, heat exchangers, pumps, expansion tanks, controls, and related components, preferred.
• Develop designs prioritizing reliability, energy efficiency, and long-term performance.
• Execute engineering tasks aligned with project scope, schedule, and budget of systems.
• Prepare and review equipment specifications and vendor submittals of systems.
• Provide technical problem-solving and design recommendations.
• Support commissioning, field testing, troubleshooting, and installation activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams.
• Ensure compliance with ASME, NFPA, and applicable mechanical and industrial standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering standards and workflows.
• Maintain accurate documentation and revision control.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Engineering judgment

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

EIT certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

gpac is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer - Industrial Systems in Madison, WI to design and execute complex mechanical utility systems including boilers, steam distribution, hot water, and glycol cooling. You will provide technical support, deliver engineering deliverables, and coordinate with Project Managers.

The role emphasizes reliability, energy efficiency, and long-term performance, with collaboration across cross-functional teams and site-based responsibilities in an industrial