Senior Mechanical Engineer

Pond & Company; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Energy Mechanical team in Tampa, FL. This role involves leading design efforts in aviation fueling projects and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, strong communication skills, and authorization to work in the U.S. This position offers an opportunity for increased responsibility and project execution across various markets.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical engineering experience, ideally in consulting or design for fueling, energy, or industrial projects.
• EIT required; PE strongly preferred (or ability to obtain in the near term).
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts and guidance for junior engineers.
• Serve as a subject-matter resource on complex mechanical and fueling systems.
• Coordinating engineering solutions across multiple disciplines.

Skills

Mechanical design leadership

Client engagement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Pond is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Energy Mechanical team in Tampa, FL. While this role will primarily support DoD and commercial aviation fueling projects, our team also delivers work across a variety of markets, including oil & gas, power delivery, renewables, and utilities.

In this role, you will play a key technical role—leading design efforts, guiding junior engineers, and serving as a subject-matter resource on complex mechanical and fueling systems. This position is ideal for engineers who are ready to take on increased responsibility in project execution, coordination, and technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• 8+ years of mechanical engineering experience, ideally in consulting or design for fueling, energy, or industrial projects
• Demonstrated ability to lead mechanical design packages, coordinate with multiple disciplines, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions
• EIT required; PE strongly preferred (or ability to obtain in the near term)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience engaging clients and stakeholders
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Additional Skills (Preferred)

• Extensive experience with fueling system design for DoD facilities, military airfields, or commercial aviation terminals
• Strong background in piping systems, storage tanks, hydrant fueling, and related mechanical infrastructure
• Experience performing or overseeing hydraulic analysis, system simulation, stress analysis, and equipment sizing
• Ability to interpret and develop technical specifications, lead QA/QC reviews, and mentor junior staff