Senior Mechanical Engineer - Kiewit Power Engineering

Kiewit is a full-service consulting and engineering firm specializing in infrastructure and engineering markets. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to perform detailed design of balance of plant systems and piping for large utility scale power plants, supporting the surge in demand for power across North America.

Responsibilities:

• Perform high complexity engineering designs including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection for EPC projects (from conceptual design through detailed design)
• 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, drawings, As-Builts, systems specifications, equipment lists, general arrangements, aux power demands, and process flow diagrams (PFDs) and procurement packages for equipment/components, technical bid evaluation from vendors, and vendor selection
• Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, industry codes and standards to projects
• 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 to other more junior engineers
• Balance multiple engineering tasks concurrently
• Able to lead design projects or portions of design projects

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar degree program) from an ABET accredited four-year college or university program is required
• At least 8 years' experience in mechanical engineering design with Power generation applications, performing functions as outlined above is required, including experience providing the same deliverables as defined above
• Has current PE license or in process of completing PE licensing process
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative; Must have 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
• Able to travel in the US as required