Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Power Generation

Requisition ID: 176895 

Job Level: Mid Level 

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Engineering 

Department: Design Engineering 

Market: Power 

Employment Type: Full Time 

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are an innovative team of engineers and designers that support a diverse set of projects in the power market. We are expanding our Mechanical Design team to support our growing number of Power generation projects across the US and have a strong backlog of work for the next 10 years.  In this role you could be involved with power projects in any of the following areas: Large scale Electric Utility projects, Gas generation, Coal, Fossil Fuel (simple and combined cycle plants), Carbon plants and carbon capture facilities.  As a Sr. Mechanical Engineeer, you will develop mechanical equipment/systems and piping design, and check design deliverables, as well as develop procurement packages for equipment, vendor selection process, development of design schedules, work assignments, budgets, and mentor more junior engineers.    
 
At Kiewit, we believe in building more than just structures, we build relationships, strengthen communities and improve the world.  We don't just build projects - we build careers!  ENR ranks us as #2 in Design in North America and #3 in Power delivery.  We are the best at what we do.   With top notch health benefits, great time off, flexible work options, a wealth-building 401K plan and unbeatable growth opportunities - we are deeply invested in the future of our employees.  Your future is here.  Join us at Kiewit, where we go beyond engineering and construction to build the road to success! 
 

DISTRICT OVERVIEW

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service consulting and engineering firm serving the infrastructure and engineering markets. Our combined staff of more than 1,300 engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve transportation, power, water/wastewater, mining, building, and oil, gas & chemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-driven engineering focuses on constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.
 
Our rapidly growing Power district, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPC delivery model for power facilities. We offer a variety of engineering services, including owner's engineering, project development, detailed engineering and design, construction management and plant services. Our engineering teams bring power projects to life across North America in the following areas:
•    Gas-fired generation
•    Power delivery
•    Environmental retrofits
•    Renewables and new technology
•    Water/wastewater
•    Carbon Free - Nuclear

 
LOCATION

We have opportunities for candidates to be located in our offices in the Houston, TX, Lenexa KS, Charlotte NC, Raleigh NC, and our Atlanta GA offices.    

 
RESPONSIBILITIES

Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, industry codes and standards to projects
Perform high complexity engineering designs including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection
Develop mechanical piping and instrument diagrams (P&IDs) for power plant systems including steam cycles, boiler feed, condensate, water treatment, flue gas, hydrogen, fuel handling, heat transfer systems, and utility systems
Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment including, but not limited to, boilers, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers and pumps
Prepare mechanical engineering designs, equipment lists, general arrangements, aux power demands, and process flow diagrams (PFDs) and procurement packages for equipment/components
Check design deliverables in accordance with industry codes and standards, contract requirements and company standards
Prepare requisite mechanical documentation for construction
Assist in the development of schedules, work assignments, and staffing requirements to ensure successful project completion
Coordinate with other drafters, designers, and engineers and review work progress and results
Provide technical mentoring and/or oversight
Balance multiple engineering tasks concurrently    

QUALIFICATIONS

At least 8 years’ experience in mechanical engineering and design performing functions as outlined above is required, preferablly in the power industry, electrical utilities, chemical or gas industrial markets. 
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar degree program) from an ABET accredited four-year college or university program is required.
Has current PE license or in process of completing PE licensing process.
Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative; experience and interest in leading others and projects
Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity
Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills 
Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives
Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

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WORKING CONDITIONS

•    Fast-paced office environment; must be able to interact professionally with all levels of management while simultaneously managing a diversified workload and challenging situations efficiently and effectively; regularly sit, stand, walk and talk and listen; occasionally lift and move up objects up to 30 pounds.
•    Travel in the U.S. and internationally (5-15%).

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance 
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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