Brookhaven National Laboratory · 2 hours ago
Mechanical Design Engineer - Utilities
Upton, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$113K/yr - $191K/yr
7+ years expBrookhaven National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary laboratory delivering discovery science and transformative technology. They are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to provide design engineering and operations support for the Energy & Utilities Division, focusing on the operation and maintenance of large-scale utility systems.
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Responsibilities
Under minimum supervision the Mechanical Engineer will assist with the engineering, design, and troubleshooting the reliable, safe, and efficient operations, including upgrades of all plant mechanical equipment and systems within the Central Steam Facility, Steam Distribution System, and Central Chilled Water Facility
Contributes to Utility Master Planning efforts, leverages the complete Utility Master Plan to prioritize initiatives, drive project implementation, and advance the objectives of the Energy and Utilities Division
Develops and maintains a ready-to-execute queue of mechanical improvement projects, including design documents, specifications, and contract bid packages, pending funding availability. Maintains as-built drawings for proper configuration management
Provides engineering support during construction, startup, and commissioning phases, including field inspections, review of change requests, and support of outage planning
Evaluates plant equipment operations, issues, and life-cycle status to support management and plant supervisors in planning and implementing operational improvements
Supports long-term asset management strategies, including condition assessments, remaining useful life evaluations, and capital replacement planning for utility infrastructure
Coordinates with controls engineers to integrate mechanical systems into the site Energy Management and Control System (EMCS), including review of sequences of operation, control points, and alarm strategies
Estimates materials, costs, and staffing requirements for projects
May supervise service, and maintenance contractors to ensure that work is performed in accordance with contract specifications
Approves invoices for payment
Qualification
Required
Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field of study from an accredited University or College
A minimum of 7 years' progressively responsible experience in the design or commissioning of central chilled water facilities, central steam facilities, and steam distribution systems
Must have understanding of heat loss/gain calculations, equipment selection, piping design, and pump design
Must have a strong understanding of at least one of the following areas of plant utility operations and maintenance: Chillers, cooling towers, thermal energy storage tanks, air compressors; High-pressure steam boilers, deaerators, boiler feedwater pumps; Steam distribution: pressure regulating valves, steam manholes, and steam expansion loop design
Design of hydronic pumping systems
Design of underground utility systems
Proficient in design calculation software
Preparation of calculations, reports, specifications, and presentations
Review of shop drawings and submittals
Must be knowledgeable in the Building Codes of NYS and ASHRAE standards
Strong decision-making skills and the ability to respond to a complex set of circumstances
Must have working knowledge of computers and software applications i.e., Microsoft Office suite
Ability to read and interpret underground utility drawings, P&I drawings, architectural, and mechanical drawings
Understanding of and ability to oversee commissioning activities
Must be able to use AutoCAD to produce design drawings and sketches
Excellent teamwork and communications skills
Must be able to read, write, and verbally communicate in English
Must have a valid NYS Driver's license
Preferred
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field of study
Minimum of ten (10) years progressively responsible design and/or commissioning of central chilled water facilities, central steam facilities, and steam distribution systems
Trane CenTraVac centrifugal water-cooled chillers
Kobelco/Scales oil-free and reciprocating air compressors
Various types of refrigerants, handling methods, and monitoring systems
Water tube steam boiler design and operations
High-pressure steam distribution systems
ASHRAE 15-2016 – Safety Standard for Refrigeration Systems
Licensed Professional Engineer or Engineer-in-Training status in New York State
Company
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Brookhaven National Laboratory is a multi-purpose research institution focused on questions in basic and applied science.
1001-5000 employees
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