Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer (Generation)

WSP Global Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Bereavement/voting time off

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer (Generation) to join our Power & Energy team in Houston, TX, with consideration for Seattle and other locations.

You will design mechanical systems for power generation projects, collaborating with electrical, structural, and civil engineers to meet client objectives. You will review drawings, analyze vendor submittals, and apply established engineering principles while supporting project progress and site visits (5%–10% travel).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• FE or EIT certification achieving entry-level professional eligibility.
• Experience: 5+ years mechanical design for industrial facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical design from concept through design completion.
• Design mechanical systems per lead engineers' requirements.
• Prepare equipment specifications, data sheets, and technical bid evaluations.

Skills

5+ years experience

Excellent communication

Analytical problem solving

MS Office

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Mechanical Engineering

FE or EIT

Tools

Microstation

AutoCAD

Smart Plant 3D

CADWorx

Caesar II

AutoPipe

Thermoflow

Arrow/Fathom

Job description

Job Title

Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer (Generation)

Job Location

Houston, TX

Other locations considered: Seattle, WA, Boise, ID, Overland Park, KS, Atlanta, GA, Oradell, NJ and Mt. Laurel, NJ

Job Description

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer (Generation) to join our Power & Energy team in Houston, TX. The following locations will also be considered: Seattle, WA, Boise, ID, Overland Park, KS, Atlanta, GA, Oradell, NJ and Mt. Laurel, NJ. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power Generation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. And we need your help.

With over 73,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide, we collaborate daily to create positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion. In the U.S, WSP was recognized onTIME ’ s list of the world ’ s best companies and Fortune ’ s Change the World list.

As part of our team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

Your Impact

• Perform mechanical design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Design mechanical systems for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the lead mechanical engineers and project engineers.
• Prepare mechanical equipment and packaged equipment specifications, data sheets and technical bid evaluations.
• Review drawing deliverables for a variety of power generation projects, and communicate necessary updates with designers and drafters.
• Review mechanical equipment vendor drawing submittals.
• Apply strong knowledge of commonly used mechanical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the mechanical engineering services industry.
• Communicate with other disciplines (electrical, structural, civil) engineers for efficient project coordination.
• Occasionally travel to clients and projects and sites to interface with clients, verify existing conditions, and monitor construction progress (5%-10% travel)
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline, from an ABET accredited program.
• 5+ years of relevant post education experience in mechanical design for industrial facilities.
• Successful completion FE or EIT.
• Working knowledge of relevant mechanical system and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering (PE) License
• Working knowledge of Microstation or Auto CAD
• Working knowledge of Smart Plant 3D or CADworx
• Experience using Caesar II or AutoPipe
• Experience using Thermoflow
• Experience using Arrow/Fathom

WSP Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life coverage
• Retirement savings
• Paid sick leave
• Paid vacation (or other personal time)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $100,800 - $150,950

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

Work Authorization

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.