Senior Mechanical Engineer

Quanta Power Solutions, LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Quanta Power Solutions seeks a highly experienced Mechanical Engineering Project Lead to drive mechanical execution across complex EPC projects in power generation, transmission, and industrial infrastructure. You will oversee scope, ensure technical excellence, and guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient solutions.

The ideal candidate brings deep EPC project delivery expertise, power and rotating equipment systems, and a proven ability to mentor staff while interfacing with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Minimum 15-20+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience in EPC, power generation, or heavy industrial environments.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing engineering teams and delivering large-scale EPC projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive mechanical engineering execution across complex EPC projects in power generation, transmission, and industrial infrastructure.
• Oversee mechanical engineering scope and ensure technical excellence.
• Guide multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and constructible solutions.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and executive stakeholders to align project goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Team development

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD / Plant 3D

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

About Us

Quanta Power Solutions brings together the industry-leading capabilities and resources of Quanta's operating companies to deliver complete EPC solutions. Our integrated approach spans power generation, battery energy storage, renewables, transmission, substation, and underground infrastructure - from concept to commissioning, we execute complex power infrastructure projects with the speed, certainty, and operational excellence our customers depend on.

At Quanta Power Solutions, we are driven by a culture of safety, integrity, and disciplined execution - and we're building a team that shares that commitment.

About this Role

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Mechanical Engineering Project Lead to drive mechanical engineering execution across complex EPC projects in power generation, transmission, and industrial infrastructure. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing mechanical engineering scope, ensuring technical excellence, and guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and constructible solutions.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in EPC project delivery, power and rotating equipment systems, and has a proven ability to lead engineering teams, mentor senior and junior staff, and interface with clients, vendors, and executive stakeholders.

What You'll Do

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Mechanical Engineering Project Lead to drive mechanical engineering execution across complex EPC projects in power generation, transmission, and industrial infrastructure. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing mechanical engineering scope, ensuring technical excellence, and guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and constructible solutions.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in EPC project delivery, power and rotating equipment systems, and has a proven ability to lead engineering teams, mentor senior and junior staff, and interface with clients, vendors, and executive stakeholders.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Minimum 15-20+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience in EPC, power generation, or heavy industrial environments.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing engineering teams and delivering large-scale EPC projects.

Technical Expertise

• Extensive experience with:
  • EPC project execution and lifecycle management
  • Power generation systems (gas turbines, renewables, BESS)
  • Rotating equipment and auxiliary systems
  • Gas treatment and process systems
  • Vendor coordination, procurement, and fabrication oversight
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Piping systems, stress analysis, and supports
  • Steam systems and thermal processes
  • Safety systems and industry codes/standards
  • Specialty materials and high-performance applications

Software & Tools

• Proficiency in AutoCAD / Plant 3D, Revit, Navisworks
• Advanced use of Microsoft Office and engineering calculation tools

Core Competencies

• Executive-level leadership and decision-making
• Strong project ownership and accountability
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to balance high-level strategy with deep technical involvement
• Proven mentoring and team development capabilities
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, multidisciplinary project environments
• Employee may be required to visit job sites, field offices, and customer locations

What You'll Get

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
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