KGS Group ยท 4 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer
Sacramento, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $160K/yr
7+ years expKGS Group is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North America. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to provide engineering inputs integral to hydro and dam projects, lead technical teams, and mentor junior staff.
ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringMechanical EngineeringProject Management
Responsibilities
Design modifications to, or entirely new, mechanical systems related to dams, control structures, water retaining structures, and hydroelectric generating stations
Execute multiple projects from the proposal stage through to completion. Projects will include a variety of small to large projects involving water resources, flood control, and hydroelectric sectors
Conduct site investigations, condition assessments, and provide design and construction support
Mechanical engineering design and refurbishment of cranes, hoists, hydroelectric turbines, generators, and other balance of plant systems
Conduct feasibility studies for proposed designs and assess costs and benefits for alternatives in a systematic and thorough manner
Preparation and review of reports
Work collaboratively with other disciplines to execute project deliverables, as well as ensure that quality objectives, schedules, and budgets are met
Edit and prepare design specifications
Contribute to the development of the hydro-mechanical practice at KGS by assisting the US mechanical design lead by documenting technical knowledge, improving internal production processes, coordinating and developing internal training content, and other tasks
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
Minimum of 7-15 years of experience in mechanical engineering
Must be registered as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Washington, Oregon, or California, as well as eligible for registration as a professional engineer in other states by comity through NCEES; or, if not already registered as a PE, would be able to obtain licensure within 1 year from date of hire
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required
Must be self-motivated, and able to work independently with minimal supervision and manage several projects simultaneously
Must possess a valid driver's license and the ability/willingness to undergo security clearance checks
Client interaction: must be able to effectively assume a lead role as project engineer at project meetings and communicate project and technical information
Preferred
A post-graduate degree would be an asset
Previous consulting experience is preferred, but not required
Demonstrated experience in site investigations, condition assessments, design, and construction support are preferred
Benefits
Excellent compensation and benefits package
Company
KGS Group
KGS Group is an engineering consulting firm that offers project management, geotechnical, geomatics and consulting services.
501-1000 employees
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