Senior Mechanical Engineer

RCS Staffing; Hyde Park Township (IL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking energy solutions provider as a Senior Mechanical Engineer. In this dynamic role, you will design innovative mechanical systems for reciprocating engine power plants powered by biodiesel, primarily serving clients in Hawaii. Collaborate closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success while managing relationships and expectations throughout the project lifecycle. This position offers the flexibility of remote work, with occasional travel required. If you are a licensed PE with a passion for sustainable energy solutions and a strong background in mechanical engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of MEP experience with power plant design.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for power plants and manage customer relationships.
• Conduct field inspections and ensure quality assurance.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Power Plant Design

Customer Relationship Management

Problem-Solving

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD MEP

REVIT

ThermoFlex

DesignBuilder

MS Office

Job description

RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Phoenix, AZ. This is a full time, direct hire, remote position with our client. Must reside in PST or MST time zone in order to be considered and be willing to travel to Hawaii up to 30%.

Overview of YOUR role as a Senior Mechanical Engineer:

Our Client is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the design of reciprocating engine power plants in Hawaii powered by biodiesel.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer YOU will:

• Provide discipline-specific system design: layout (utilizing CAD/BIM); calculations (utilizing appropriate software, e.g. ThermoFlex, DesignBuilder); and other related design services including coordination with other disciplines (architectural and engineering / internal and external) under the guidance of the Director of Central Utility Systems.
• Manage customer relationships and expectations throughout the project lifecycle, working in close contact with and effectively interacting with the internal design team as well as external clients and consultants (including owners, builders, developers, program managers, architects, vendors, etc.).
• Create mechanical designs for power plants, including piping (chilled water, hot water, steam, compressed air, natural gas, fuel oil), building level HVAC, gas-fired turbines, steam turbines, water tube boilers, fire tube boilers, heat recovery steam generators, and develop project specifications, basis of design documents, system narratives, and system layouts for a variety of projects and project sizes.
• Establish systems application, design, and operational parameters/sequences of operation.
• Participate in QA/QC processes for your work and the work of peers and consultants.
• Assist the Engineering Director in the ongoing determination of project scheduling requirements, manpower requirements, and project budgets.
• Perform construction administration and field investigation tasks for assigned projects, including conducting assessments of existing conditions, field inspections, and subsequent detailed inspection reports.
• Process RFIs, submittals, and design revisions.

YOU are the ideal Senior Mechanical Engineer candidate if you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in the MEP field including experience designing power plants.
• Ability to review confidential US security information.
• Current Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).

It’s a BONUS if you have:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD MEP and REVIT.
• Proficient in design and calculation software (ThermoFlex, DesignBuilder, CAESAR II); MS Office.
• Thorough understanding of applicable codes.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Experience working in an Engineering and/or Architectural/Engineering consulting firm strongly desired.
• Leadership, initiative, and problem-solving skills for large-scale projects required.
• Experience working on Federal projects is a plus.

About our Client

Our Client is a leading energy solutions provider dedicated to helping customers reduce costs, enhance resilience, and decarbonize to net zero in the global energy transition.

Who WE Are

RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals.

RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.