Senior Mechanical Engineer - Pharma/Life Sciences Lead

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 145,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement program

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Chicago seeks a Senior Process Utilities Engineer to lead mechanical design projects across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals and life sciences. This role involves mentoring less experienced engineers, preparing technical reports, and ensuring compliance with safety policies. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, strong knowledge of design codes, and at least 7 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and a Professional Engineer license are preferred.

Qualifications

• 7 years of mechanical engineering experience with EPC project experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment design codes (ASME, ANSI, API, PIP, NACE).
• Experience leading discipline design and delegating work.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design projects from conceptual phase through completion.
• Prepare equipment specifications, RFQs, and purchase recommendations.
• Review vendor drawings and interface with engineering disciplines.
• Quality review production drawings and construction administration.
• Prepare and present technical reports and project budgets.

Skills

Expert knowledge in mechanical design codes

Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Excellent written and verbal communication

Critical thinking skills

Quality review for engineering documents

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Job description

A leading engineering firm located in Chicago seeks a Senior Process Utilities Engineer to lead mechanical design projects across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals and life sciences. This role involves mentoring less experienced engineers, preparing technical reports, and ensuring compliance with safety policies. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, strong knowledge of design codes, and at least 7 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and a Professional Engineer license are preferred.