Senior Fuel Systems Mechanical Engineer – Aviation

TYLin; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

TYLin's Aviation team is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design fuel storage and distribution systems for airports, ports, and railyards. You will collaborate with architects, structural and electrical engineers to deliver integrated fuel systems for complex facilities.

You’ll apply NFPA, API and ASHRAE standards, produce drawings, reports, and analyses, and mentor junior staff while supporting travel to projects nationally and internationally.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of fuel systems mechanical engineering experience, ideally in aviation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s a plus).
• Technical knowledge and expertise in fuel system controls, emergency fuel shut off, leak detection, and inventory management systems.
• Technical knowledge and experience in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems design.
• Working knowledge of key engineering standards and fuel systems related design criteria.
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality design deliverables with strong attention to detail.
• A collaborative mindset and pride in contributing to multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• PE license preferred or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Support the mechanical design of fuel storage and distribution systems.
• Contribute to the design and coordination of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems for industrial buildings, stations, and fueling facilities.
• Prepare contract drawings, specifications, technical reports, and design documentation for multidisciplinary fueling projects.
• Perform engineering calculations, equipment sizing, and transient/surge modeling to support safe and efficient designs.
• Apply relevant codes and standards including NFPA, API, ATA 103, EI 1540, JIG, ASHRAE, and local building and authority requirements.
• Collaborate closely with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers, and fire safety specialists to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews and support design excellence throughout project delivery.
• Assist in mentoring and guiding junior engineers, contributing to a culture of learning and technical growth.
• Travel as needed.

Skills

Fuel systems

HVAC design

Plumbing design

Fire protection

Engineering calculations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydraulic Analysis

Surge Analysis

Pipe Stress Analysis

Microsoft Office

Revit

Fire Protection Analysis

Job description

TYLin's Aviation team is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design fuel storage and distribution systems for airports, ports, and railyards. You will collaborate with architects, structural and electrical engineers to deliver integrated fuel systems for complex facilities.

You’ll apply NFPA, API and ASHRAE standards, produce drawings, reports, and analyses, and mentor junior staff while supporting travel to projects nationally and internationally.