Senior Mechanical Engineer - Food & Beverage HVAC, Plumbing and Process Utilities (Denver)

Burns & McDonnell; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 155,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) retirement program

PTO including sick leave and wellness programs

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Denver, Colorado. The successful candidate will oversee mechanical design for various projects, manage budgets, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Strong experience in mechanical engineering, along with leadership skills, is essential.

This role involves working on complex industrial projects as well as facility design across different sectors. The ideal candidate will provide support in design, installation, and project management.

Qualifications

• 7 years of mechanical engineering experience; EPC project preferred.
• Ability to perform quality reviews for engineering documents.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical facility design from conceptual phase to completion.
• Prepare mechanical and instrumentation specifications.
• Provide field support, including inspection and supervision.

Skills

Expert knowledge in engineering techniques

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Description

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for overseeing the discipline at a project level and managing the project discipline budget on simple to complex projects. Project work can include alterations and redevelopment on a variety of project types – process, industrial, and manufacturing facilities. The Senior Mechanical Engineer coordinates with internal and external parties, manages multiple complex tasks, establishes priorities, and coordinates with others. The senior mechanical engineer may work independently or at the direction of the project manager or department manager. The Senior Mechanical Engineer collaborates with designers and engineering support staff (both domestic and international) to meet client expectations and project goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical facility design from conceptual phase through design completion. Types of facilities include, but are not limited to, industrial food & beverage and consumer products facilities and the supporting office spaces.

• Lead mechanical facility design for project phase-specific deliverables, which include, but are not limited to: airflow diagrams, HVAC zoning plan, pressurization map, HVAC and process utility sequence of operations, process utility summaries, piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment list, line list, instrument list, tie-point list, HVAC layout drawings, plumbing layout drawings, demolition drawings, general arrangements, permit-required drawings, and piping design.

• Perform on-site utility audits for systems including, but not limited to: natural gas, domestic cold/hot water, compressed gas, glycol, steam, process/sanitary/storm plumbing, and HVAC.

• Prepare mechanical and packaged equipment/instrumentation/piping specifications and data sheets, request for qualifications (RFQs), technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.

• Review vendor drawings and provide data interface with suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers, and designers.

• Coordinate and support construction management to develop subcontractor packages (i.e., millwrights/equipment setters, piping, insulation, field-fabricated equipment).

• Provide field support, including inspection, installation supervision, commissioning support, and startup assistance on critical equipment.

• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.

• Conduct studies and evaluations for projects in early development.

• Build effective relationships with existing clients, customers, and contractors, and develop new business opportunities. Ensure that customer satisfaction goals and expectations are met.

• Participate in sales and marketing efforts, and identify key pursuits.

• Support the development of project schedule, scope, budget, labor-hour buildups, staffing, and construction planning.

• Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates. Report project performance and effectively manage the discipline's change orders.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to the mechanical engineering team. Mentor and guide junior engineers.

• Adhere to QA/QC process.

• Communicate effectively with other engineering disciplines (i.e., civil. structural, architectural, electrical, controls, design).

• Comply with company and site safety policies.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years mechanical engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 7 years mechanical engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.

• Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 6 years mechanical engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.

• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment design codes (ASME, ANSI, API, PIP, NACE). Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with leading the discipline design for large projects and delegating work tasks to team members. Ability to lead execution of work and resolve issues in a team environment.

• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment.

• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to perform quality reviews for detailed engineering documents and specifications.

• Ability to travel.

• Professional Engineer (PE) License Preferred.

Preferred

• Strong knowledge of current design codes (i.e., ASHRAE, ASME, ANSI, PIP, IBC, IMC).

• Some familiarity with sanitary design, including 3A standards and cGMP.

• Some familiarity of USDA requirements.

• Strong familiarity of HVAC and plumbing/piping materials and equipment preferred.

• Strong computer skills (i.e., Microsoft Office suite). Strong familiarity with Revit (strongly preferred), Navisworks, AutoCAD, CAESAR II, & Bluebeam PDF Markup Tool.

Compensation

$155,000.00-220,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year‑end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. Burns & McDonnell’s PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, as part of being 100% employee‑owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

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