The Watergate Hotel · 5 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer
The Watergate Hotel is a luxurious urban resort located along the banks of the Potomac River. The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for developing and testing solutions to solve technical problems in various areas including research and development, manufacturing, and maintenance.
Leisure
Responsibilities
Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports
Confer with engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information
Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications
Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications
Research, design, evaluate, install, operate, and maintain mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles
Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operation, and to make recommendations to maintenance crew
Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products, using drafting tools or computer-assisted design/drafting equipment and software
Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems and needs
Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair to ensure that machines and equipment are installed and functioning according to specifications
Perform other job related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Excellent technical knowledge
Good teamwork skills
The ability to prioritize and plan effectively
A high level of computer literacy, particularly computer-aided design
Good commercial awareness
The ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
Good problem-solving skills and a creative approach for new ideas