Kimley-Horn · 10 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer - Power Generation
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expKimley-Horn is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their Power Generation team in Dallas, Texas. The role involves leading mechanical engineering efforts for power generation projects, including designing pumping and piping systems, and providing technical direction to junior team members.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Support or lead mechanical engineering efforts for natural gas and coal‑fired power generation projects
Engineer pumping and piping systems for a variety of fluids and gases, including blowers, steam, and compressed air
Develop and review P&IDs to ensure accurate representation of system components and operation
Review, develop, and approve technical standards, specifications, drawings, and engineering documentation to ensure consistency and quality across all project phases
Perform comprehensive piping system design, including pipe and valve selection/sizing, material selection (fittings, gaskets, etc.), pipe routing, and pipe support design
Specify and coordinate instrumentation selection and placement for pumps, tanks, and vessels
Select and size tanks and vessels to meet project and process requirements
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
Design and support systems related to Air Quality Control and Effluent Limitation Guidelines
Qualification
Required
5+ years of relevant engineering design experience in Power Generation
Professional Engineering (P.E.) License in Mechanical Engineering or relevant degree
Understands project life cycle, feasibility studies, competitive bidding of large power plants, engineering and construction of large power plants, commissioning, and operations phase of the plant
Strong power engineering background for power plant projects and familiar with owners' engineer and/or technical advisory services, including feasibility and conceptual studies
Experience with task management, concept design, and assisting project management tasks
Familiar with coordinating with clients, attending client meetings, and overseeing quality standards
Preferred
Experience with simple cycle, combined cycle plants using natural gas, fuel oil and diesel and/or coal-fired generation is preferred
Strong technical engineering focus, experience in GT Pro or similar gas power performance modelling software would be beneficial
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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