Senior Mechanical Engineer - Fossil or Hydro

Mesa Associates, Inc; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Associates, Inc. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Birmingham, Alabama to lead projects for power generation clients. The role requires a BSME and PE license with at least 8 years of experience in piping design. Key responsibilities include performing design tasks, mentoring team members, and ensuring adherence to safety standards. The position involves minimal travel and offers a dynamic work environment. Ideal candidates are organized, motivated, and possess sound knowledge of engineering principles.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of experience in piping and plant design.
• Experience in high energy piping and system design.
• Ability to travel for project meetings and site visits.

Responsibilities

• Lead various projects as a responsible engineer.
• Perform peer checking and mentoring of design team members.
• Develop and modify Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Manage task assignments adhering to project scope, schedule, and budget.

Skills

Pipe stress analysis

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Solidworks

Revit

Leadership

Piping design

Engineering calculations

Welding knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME)

Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred for TN, GA, AL)

Tools

AutoPipe

Caesar pipe stress software

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Mesa Associates, Inc. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to work with other members of the mechanical engineering team to deliver projects of varying complexity and size to our power generation clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform as lead responsible engineer on a variety of projects
• Perform tasks related to high energy piping such as pipe stress analysis, model fluid systems, material selection, develop weld procedures, and perform root cause analysis for our customers on high energy piping failures.
• Development and presentation of detailed design models utilizing AutoCAD Plant 3D, Inventor, Solidworks, Revit and/or Navisworks
• Review drawing package preparation and review - AutoCAD, Plant 3D, and MicroStation
• Development and modification of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), equipment layout, piping plans/details, pipe support details, piping isometrics, and bills of materials.
• Laser scanning technology – Plant 3D, Navisworks, and Recap
• Perform walkdowns and collect detailed field information related to site configuration, collection of existing equipment data, and completion of onsite laser scans
• Perform peer checking of packages developed by other design team members
• Provide direction and mentoring of other design members and drafters.
• Apply basic knowledge of system design principles and practices to develop a complete and accurate design package.
• Work closely with engineers, members of design team, and other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
• Development of detailed design packages, including drawing packages such as equipment layouts, piping general arrangements, pipe support details, and isometrics.
• Manage personal task assignments and adhere to project scope, schedule, and budget on all assigned tasks.
• Perform engineering calculations and size mechanical equipment.
• Taking leadership of projects is a critical skill for this position.

Qualifications

• Well organized and self‑motivated to complete tasks within agreed schedules.
• Creative thinker with the ability to judge between alternate solutions to provide the optimal solution.
• Available to work overtime as necessary to meet project schedules and commitments.
• Available to travel out of town for project meetings and site visits.
• Safety conscious and will strictly adhere to company and client safety standards.
• Background in Power Generation, Pulp and Paper, or Chemical processes.
• BSME and PE license (TN, GA, AL preferred).
• Minimum of eight (8) years of progressive experience in piping and plant design (preferred).
• Pipe stress analysis experience using AutoPipe or Caesar pipe stress software.
• SME knowledge of pumps, valves, and heat exchangers.
• Knowledge of welding and weld repairs (preferred).
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards including but not limited to ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, NFPA, ANSI, and API.

Location & Travel

• Travel to support projects is required. Typically, travel is less than 10% overnight but is determined by the needs of the company.
• Remote location in the Southeast; Atlanta, Birmingham, Chattanooga, Memphis, Nashville, Huntsville.