Kimley-Horn · 18 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer - Power Generation
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expKimley-Horn is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their Power Generation team in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role involves leading mechanical engineering efforts for power generation projects, providing guidance to junior team members, and maintaining communication with clients and partners.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Prepare cost estimates, project work plans, and schedules, and perform work that requires independent judgment in evaluating, selecting, adapting, and modifying standard engineering methods and criteria
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 natural gas and coal‑fired power generation projects
Design and support systems related to Air Quality Control and Effluent Limitation Guidelines
Perform comprehensive piping system design, including pipe and valve selection/sizing, material selection (fittings, gaskets, etc.), pipe routing, and pipe support design
Develop and review P&IDs to ensure accurate representation of system components and operation
Conduct mechanical equipment condition assessments and perform lifecycle cost analyses
Design plumbing systems for sanitary and potable water applications
Engineer pumping and piping systems for a variety of fluids and gases, including blowers, steam, and compressed air
Select and size tanks and vessels to meet project and process requirements
Specify and coordinate instrumentation selection and placement for pumps, tanks, and vessels
You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry-leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors
Qualification
Required
5+ years of relevant engineering design experience
Professional Engineering (P.E.) License
Experience with task management, concept design, and assisting project management tasks
Familiar with coordinating with clients, attending client meetings, and overseeing quality standards
Benefits
Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
Company
Kimley-Horn
Kimley-Horn is one of the nation’s premier planning and design consulting firms.
5001-10000 employees
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