Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer

Worley Group, Inc; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley Group, Inc is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Reading, Berks County, United States, to provide mechanical engineering services, ensure compliance with specifications, and support project execution.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and extensive experience in the discipline, especially in project leadership roles. Key responsibilities include delivering engineering services, supervising projects, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Extensive relevant discipline experience.
• Competent use of mechanical engineering specific software.
• Sound knowledge of applicable local and international standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical engineering services on time and within budget.
• Initiate and manage mechanical engineering project requirements.
• Communicate effectively with the engineering team and stakeholders.

Skills

Project leadership experience

Mechanical engineering software competency

Cost estimation skills

Technical and practical engineering skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Purpose

You will provide mechanical engineering services to Worley and its customers, including technical support and supervision within the mechanical engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical engineering services that meet Worley, its customers and applicable statutory and regulatory specifications, on time and within budget.
• Initiate, manage and if required supervise mechanical engineering project requirements.
• Perform mechanical engineering services such as:
  • Participate in relevant meetings, prepare progress reports and follow required checking procedure.
  • Ensure the project scope is clear and that changes comply with project change management processes.
  • Provide assistance and advice during procurement, construction and commissioning activities. For example, write requisitions, conduct technical bid evaluations and write purchase orders.
• Work with self-initiated interaction with supervisor and self-initiated technical guidance. Influence over duties. Receive administrative direction based on organization policies and objectives. Work is reviewed to ensure conformity with policy and for coordination of other company functions or groups.
• If needed, act as the mechanical engineering Lead on specific projects.
• If responsible for a team:
  • Outline project requirements including actively promoting workshare, where appropriate, assign tasks and supervise progress.
  • Ensure the required services meet Worley, its customers and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, on time and within budget.
• Proactively resolve any discrepancies between Worley and its customer's requirements.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest developments and technical innovations in mechanical engineering.
• If required, assist and support junior personnel within the mechanical engineering team.
• Communicate effectively with the mechanical engineering team and project stakeholders, including the customers.
• Identify issues and problems, develop appropriate solutions, and ask for assistance when required.

What you will bring

Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements:

• Extensive relevant discipline experience.
• Experience working in project leadership role.
• Experience in estimating project costs and writing proposal content.
• Highly effective technical and practical engineering skills and ability to consistently deliver quality, accurate and timely work to Worley and its customers.
• A sound knowledge of the fundamental requirements of the mechanical engineering, and the basic requirements of other engineering fields.
• A sound knowledge of applicable local and international standards and statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Competent use of mechanical engineering specific software.
• Competent use of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.
• Substantial technical land practical experience in mechanical engineering in the same or similar industry including experience in working in multi-disciplinary projects and teams.

Education & Qualifications

Required:

• 4 or 5 year Batchelor degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Preferred:

• Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States.