Senior Mechanical Engineer

ENGIE North America Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Domestic travel up to 30%

Job summary

ENGIE North America Inc. in Houston seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead engineering scope for operations, maintenance, and new capital projects in district energy and CHP systems.

This role emphasizes front-end design conceptualization, coordination with external contractors, and ensuring code-compliant, reliable energy solutions across complex facilities. You will guide feasibility analyses, review OEM configurations, and provide technical input for RFIs, permits, and contractor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical engineering (or related).
• 5+ years in design/engineering of power plants and district energy systems.
• PE license is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering scope for operations, maintenance, and new capital projects.
• Conceptualize and front-end engineer design; coordinate with external contractors.
• Review OEM configurations and develop technical input for procurement and RFIs.
• Deliver technical support for permitting and FAT review; manage consultants when needed.
• Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Power plants design

District energy systems

Thermal engineering

Gas turbines

Gensets & HRSGs

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

GT Pro

Gate Cycle

Termis

OSI PI

WebCTR

Job description

Job Description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

HOUSTON, United States, 77056 | IOWA CITY, United States, 52240

ENGIE North America Inc.

Engineering

Permanent

Full - Time

What You Can Expect

As our Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be a part of the Engineering Team within the Capital Projects structure and will report to the Director of Engineering. This individual will be responsible for leading and delivering on all aspects of engineering scope as related to operations and maintenance of existing assets and design, specifying and engineering of new capital and brownfield projects.

The role will serve to conceptualize and front‑end engineer design, which once validated is provided to external detailed design engineering and installation contractors, interconnecting utilities, permitting authorities, clients, and building owners on capital projects. The position will also be the liaison with other technical centers of excellence within the global ENGIE organization and manage these relationships and engagements.

You will:

• Develop conceptual designs for power, heating, and cooling including major equipment selection and budgetary capital cost estimates.
• Develop specifications for materials/equipment procurement.
• Review Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) equipment configuration to meet technical requirements and achieve lowest levelized energy cost.
• Provide technical input during Request For Proposals and evaluate OEMs, engineering and construction companies.
• Be responsible for scoping, contracting and managing consultants and contractors, when necessary.
• Perform process and performance assessment (i.e. equipment and pipe sizing) of district heating and cooling systems, from production (Combined Heat and Power (CHP), boiler and chiller plants), through distribution to energy transfer stations (ETS) at local end-users.
• Assure detailed design and engineering developed by contractors.
• Deliver required technical support as related to permitting.
• Review / develop procedures and witness Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for major equipment.
• Participate in HAZID/HAZOP and design reviews.
• Deliver responses to Request for Information (RFI) from field collaborate with project management to prioritize RFIs.
• Release engineering documentation as needed including field change modifications.
• Provide engineering support and planning for utility outages during construction and maintenance activities.
• Collaborate to resolve issues during construction, commissioning and startup phases.
• Deliver energy system reliability, integrity and operations excellence on existing assets.
• Conduct technical reviews with internal and external stakeholders as requested.
• Optimize system configurations for design and operations, accounting for various production configurations, while ensuring network requirements and key performance indicators (KPIs) are met.
• Develop thermal and hydraulic models of combined heat and power /cogeneration, district energy system assets - Model and estimate energy use profiles by energy type, building type, location and seasonal climates.
• Analyze thermal and electric loads for customers based on historical data, future load projections and potential energy conservation measures.
• Assist to develop root cause analyses for any operational issues.
• Liaise with the members of the Engineering and Shared Services teams utilizing in-house experience and knowledge.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical or a related engineering or discipline.
• Minimum of five (5) years of working experience in design/engineering of Power plants and components and district energy systems.
• PE license is a plus, but not required.
• Knowledge and experience in thermal engineering with regards to developing and constructing and operating District Energy, Utilities and Combined Heat and Power Systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of gas turbines and gas engine gensets, heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs), steam turbines, cooling towers, boilers, chillers, heat pumps, pipe distribution systems (steam, low temperature hot water, high temperature hot water, chilled water, ambient temperature, condensate return) and geo‑exchange.
• Knowledge of applicable industrial codes and standards - ASME, NFPA, ASHRAE, EN, ISO and other design codes.
• Software knowledge of thermal design and performance modeling tools such as GT Pro, Gate Cycle and/or Termis.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, especially when interacting with outside stakeholders.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments with a high degree of accuracy and independence.
• Familiarity with data historians such as OSI PI and Web CTR.

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy.
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 30% of the time.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license/clean driving record.
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies.

Compensation

Salary Range: $102,000 - $156,400 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all - we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn't just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we're leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail]. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.

Business Unit: LEI RoW

Division: LEI RoW - Northam

Legal Entity: ENGIE North America Inc.

Company Name: ENGIE North America

Minimum Base Salary: 102,000.00 USD

Maximum Base Salary: 170,000.00 USD

Pay Basis: Annual

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