Senior Mechanical Engineer - Power Gen & Systems Leadership

Kimley-Horn; Plymouth Township (PA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health coverage

Flexible time off

Job summary

Kimley-Horn's Philadelphia office seeks a Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of power generation experience to join our team. You will lead mechanical design efforts for natural gas and coal-fired projects and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with clients and external partners.

The role emphasizes piping, P&IDs, AQCS/ELG systems, and lifecycle cost analyses across diverse power facilities, with a culture of collaboration and high standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant engineering design experience in Power Generation.
• Experience with simple cycle, combined cycle plants using natural gas, fuel oil, and diesel and/or coal-fired generation is preferred.
• P.E. license in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant degree.
• GT Pro or similar gas power performance modelling software experience is beneficial.
• Knowledge of project life cycle, feasibility studies, and large power plant engineering and construction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, project work plans, and schedules with independent judgment.
• Provide guidance, technical direction, and mentorship to junior team members.
• Maintain regular communication and coordination with clients and external partners.
• Lead mechanical engineering efforts for power generation projects (natural gas and coal-fired).
• Design and support systems related to Air Quality Control and Effluent Limitation Guidelines.
• Perform piping system design, including sizing, materials, routing, and supports.

Skills

Power generation design

Mentorship

Client coordination

P.E. license

Education

P.E. license (Mechanical Engineering)

Tools

GT Pro

Job description

Kimley-Horn's Philadelphia office seeks a Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of power generation experience to join our team. You will lead mechanical design efforts for natural gas and coal-fired projects and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with clients and external partners.

The role emphasizes piping, P&IDs, AQCS/ELG systems, and lifecycle cost analyses across diverse power facilities, with a culture of collaboration and high standards.