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Sargent & Lundy · 1 day ago

Mechanical Engineer - Senior-Level

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$82K/yr - $126K/yr

5+ years exp

Sargent & Lundy is a leader in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors. The Mechanical Engineer will lead design efforts, solve engineering issues, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with project managers and clients.

ElectronicsEnergyInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for leading the Mechanical Engineering design efforts for a team of junior and senior engineers and designers

You will work on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues

Act as the Mechanical team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of mechanical engineering work

Develop integrated systems designs and perform supporting calculations for the planned work

Prepare technical specifications for mechanical engineering equipment

Prepare engineering studies

Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation

Coordinate and provide guidance to other engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design

Perform reviews of existing facilities to propose upgrades and replacements, and present findings and recommendations to clients and peers

Develop your career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced engineers by way of S&L’s systems of process and associated 'Communities of Practice.'

Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers

Communicate and interact with client staff

Qualification

Mechanical Engineering DegreePE LicenseMechanical Systems DesignEngineering Team LeadershipTechnical WritingSound Technical JudgementCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program is required

Five or more years of experience in the design of mechanical engineering systems for non-commercial, heavy industrial plants (power plant - essential, oil & gas, or chemical - valued), with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new plants, modifications, or replacements

Experience must include the selection of equipment, piping materials, control philosophy, and the preparation of supporting calculations and specifications

Ability to take a lead role in the completion of preliminary engineering studies that evaluate multiple solutions to address a given client's problem or need

Sound technical judgement, technical writing skills, and experience with preparing high level bills of materials and needed equipment lists for estimating

Three or more years of experience in leading an engineering design team through all phases of capital projects or small to medium plant services projects