Senior mechanical engineer focused on industrial power and process projects. Responsible for designing steam, hydronic, gas compression/distribution and building mechanical systems; developing PFDs and P&IDs; preparing drawings and specifications for Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build projects; managing projects and engineering staff to meet schedule, quality, and budget; ensuring code compliance; and supporting business development and proposal efforts.
Mechanical Engineer (Industrial Power and Process)
At I.C. Thomasson Associates, Inc, A Salas O’Brien Company we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.
Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.
About Us:
Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.
ICT’s corporate Nashville office is looking for a licensed Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a multidiscipline design team! The position will be within our Industrial Power and Process division with a primary focus on large utility generation/distribution systems and industrial process/manufacturing facilities. The role will also include business development, marketing, and project management duties. If you think this might be a good fit for you, keep reading and apply!
Core Competencies:
- Experienced in design of steam systems, hydronic systems, gas compression and distribution systems, building mechanical systems, development of site and facility arrangements, and general process or industrial facility projects.
- Experienced in the development of Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID).
- Experienced in the development of drawing and specification packages for the execution of both Design Build and Design-Bid-Build project styles.
- As Project Manager, manage, direct, and supervise project to assure project confirms to the commitments related to time, quality, and cost. Deal directly with client to establish project schedules and expectations. Coordinate other disciplines as needed to ensure project deliverables are coordinated to ensure constructability.
- Manage, direct and supervise mechanical engineering staff in the execution of projects to meet schedules and budget goals of projects.
- Be familiar with and apply applicable codes.
- Supplement ICT design standards and administrative procedures where needed.
- Assist team leader in manpower projections and scheduling of work.
- Assist team leader in maintaining and developing client base through various business development efforts.
- Assist market segment manager and team leader in preparation of RFP type proposal responses including project write ups, resumes, fee developments.
- Take an active lead in proposal for work process. Identify prospective clients and work in conjunction with team leader to establish relationship with those clients.
- Identify new opportunities that may have synergistic benefit with our existing business
Qualifications:
- 8-10+ years of relevant experience.
- B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from ABET accredited school.
- Professional Engineers (PE) license (preferred, not required)
- Must have Project Management experience.
- Knowledge of engineering theories and methodologies.
- Knowledge of project approach and system design.
- Willingness to build and maintain relationships with clients.
Benefits:
- Gain invaluable industry experience and practical engineering skills.
- Work with a diverse team of professionals, fostering networking opportunities.
- Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers.
- Competitive compensation package.
Location: Nashville, TN
(Relocation Assistance available)
(Relocation Assistance available)
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
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Bachelors or better.
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