Burns & McDonnell · 1 hour ago
Lead Mechanical Engineer - Power (Multiple Locations)
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $210K/yr
7+ years expBurns & McDonnell is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their Power global practice. This role is responsible for the design and evaluation of mechanical systems for coal and natural gas fired generation facilities, along with various associated support facilities. Key responsibilities include front-end planning, final design, construction administration, and leading mechanical design projects.
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Responsibilities
Develop cost opinions, work plans, and schedules, as well as conduct and coordinate work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria
Provide leadership guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members
Regularly meets and corresponds with clients or outside personnel
Lead mechanical design projects related to natural gas and coal fired generation facilities
Air Quality Control Systems and Effluent Limitation Guideline Management
Equipment sizing and application
Hydraulic calculations and associated pump selection, sizing, and application
Pipe and valve selection and sizing
Pipe material selection including fittings, gaskets, etc
Pipe supports and pipe routing
P&ID’s
Mechanical Equipment Condition Assessment and Lifecycle cost analysis
Plumbing (sanitary & potable water)
Pumping/piping any fluid or gas, including blowers, steam & compressed air
Tank/vessel selection and sizing
Selection and location of instrumentation associated with pumps, vessels, and tanks
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program
7 years related mechanical experience required
Candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
Candidate must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to a broad area of assignments
Preferred
EPC project experience preferred
Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred
Experience in the use of Arrow, Fathom, SmartPlant P&ID a plus
Benefits
Insurance
Disability
Time off
Wellness programs
Paid sick leave
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) retirement program
Company
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is an engineering design firm and it provides engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services.
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Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Financial Officer
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