Process Mechanical Engineer – Water & Wastewater Systems Designer

Ultipro; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Brown and Caldwell is seeking a Process Mechanical Engineer to join our Design Services National Mechanical Discipline team. This role focuses on process mechanical design for water and wastewater treatment, piping, aeration, pumping, hydraulics, and pipe supports across diverse industries.

You will lead simple design elements, coordinate with architects, structural and electrical teams, and mentor junior staff while supporting BIM workflows and construction phase activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering or related field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of simple process-mechanical elements.
• Lead in preparing simple calculations for and selection of piping and equipment as per project requirements.
• Lead the coordination of interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive solutions for simple design elements.
• Lead the guidance of BIM professionals for creating accurate and efficient 3D models and contract design documents for simple design elements.
• Lead the review of simple construction phase submittals to ensure adherence to project specifications.
• Lead the response to simple contractor requests for information during the construction phase.
• Lead site observations during the construction phase for simple design elements.
• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
• May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.

Skills

Piping design

BIM coordination

Team coordination

Process engineering

Technical writing

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Tools

AFT Fathom

Navisworks

Visual Hydraulics

BIM 360

Job description

Brown and Caldwell is seeking a Process Mechanical Engineer to join our Design Services National Mechanical Discipline team. This role focuses on process mechanical design for water and wastewater treatment, piping, aeration, pumping, hydraulics, and pipe supports across diverse industries.

You will lead simple design elements, coordinate with architects, structural and electrical teams, and mentor junior staff while supporting BIM workflows and construction phase activities.