Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hatch Ltd.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic Project Delivery Group. This role offers the chance to lead integrated engineering teams, applying expertise in mechanical design, stress analysis, and hydraulic systems. You will mentor young professionals while promoting innovative project delivery methodologies. The company values diversity and inclusivity, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join a community dedicated to positive change and be part of exciting projects that challenge the status quo, all while ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality in engineering practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of engineering experience required.
• Strong deliverable focus and ability to manage teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering teams on various projects.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Manage project scope, budget, and schedule effectively.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Stress Analysis

Hydraulic System Design

Project Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer License

Tools

3D Modeling Software

Engineering Analysis Tools

Job description

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Date: Apr 3, 2025

Location: Pittsburgh, PA, US

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID: 94972

Job Category: Engineering

Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance, and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is currently seeking highly motivated Senior Mechanical Engineers to join our Project Delivery Group (PDG) at our offices in Pittsburgh, PA, Tampa, FL, and Houston, TX.

The Hatch PDG provides you with an opportunity to be a leader of an integrated engineering team which provides engineering services for projects within the USA Region and across the globe. Working closely with the engineers and designers within the group, the Senior Mechanical Engineer will drive and lead teams working on challenging projects. This position will allow the candidate to apply his or her knowledge in areas such as mechanical design, stress analysis, and hydraulic system design to provide direction and mentorship to projects and young professionals within the group. The candidate will promote and drive the Hatch Digital Project Delivery program, which includes intelligent 3D modeling, data-centric multi-discipline engineering, and integrated delivery models. Hatch also offers exposure to the latest calculation and analysis tools to support engineering completion. Oversight of project work by the Senior Mechanical Engineer is critical to this role and is ideally provided by someone with a professional engineering license.

We manage our clients’ entire project lifecycle from studies to building assets, operating the assets, and developing efficiencies. Join our team and become part of a community that strives for positive change–providing the best solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges!

As a successful candidate, you will:

• Ensure that all work designed or supplied by the mechanical engineering discipline complies with the relevant sections of mandatory health and safety standards, including any regulations or codes referred to within the required jurisdiction for the Project with due consideration of relevant client engineering standards.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the project requirements as they relate to scope, execution strategy, cost, and schedule with the Engineering Manager.
• Prepare a list of engineering deliverables and time-based functions to facilitate the planning and control of the engineering budget.
• Support site field visits to obtain information and data to support projects.
• Lead equipment identification and selection activities, including sizing, layout, technical specifications, and vendor information reviews.
• Lead piping system design activities, such as hydraulic analysis, piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) development, material specification development, stress analysis, and layout.
• Develop the work plan for insertion into the Project specific execution plan and develop and maintain the Project’s scope of work documentation and revise as required during the design evolution.
• Manage and review the engineering work packages associated with all deliverables and time-based functions to ensure that budgets and schedules are being met, and take corrective action if necessary.
• Review and approve technical deliverables.
• Assist in the preparation and development of project specific procedures.
• Manage system requirements to achieve the Project results and monitor effectiveness.
• Represent the Mechanical/Piping practice in project engineering coordination meetings.
• Ensure coordination between the Mechanical/Piping team and other disciplines of all activities being performed as the design evolves.
• Ensure that quality audits of engineering work are carried out in accordance with Project procedures and the quality assurance plan and maintain technical documentation.
• Participate in HAZOP reviews.
• Ensure resolution of engineering issues during Project lifecycle, including planning phase, design, procurement, fabrication, construction, and commissioning.
• Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of engineering work.
• Adhere to and promote the Hatch corporate safety culture.

You bring to the role:

• Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer license preferred.
• Minimum 15 years engineering experience.
• Ability to manage and motivate individuals to attain quality, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Strong deliverable focus, ability to plan your work.
• A high degree of understanding of inter-discipline dependencies related to the discipline.
• Good understanding of procurement, contracting and commissioning methodologies.
• Sound knowledge of codes and standards applicable to the Project.
• Well-developed communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Site experience in a technical role is preferred.
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions.

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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