Description
* Serves as a technical liaison with clients on project efforts and coordinates technical efforts within discipline areas. • Participate in mechanical design development from conceptual design through detailed design, this includes coordinating with other team or project members including other disciplines (structural, electrical, civil, and I&C) • Support preparation of engineering and cost estimating reports through collection and analysis of data • Prepare and check design computations for system design, equipment and pipe sizing, and determining conditions of service • Assist in the preparation of technical specifications for equipment and material • Lead and mentor our 2D/3D designers and less experienced engineers to develop designs and prepare drawings for project • Work with design and equipment sizing software to prepare engineering and design documents • Responsible for determining the technical approach, validating the design criteria, directing more junior staff, and performing detailed design tasks such as calculations, specifications, and drawing preparation. • Expected to perform design duties with minimal supervision and have the ability to communicate effectively within a team environment. • Experience developing process flow diagrams, P&ID, mass and energy balances, system hydraulic modeling, pipe stress analysis, and equipment sizing. • Background in thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer are a plus. • Candidates should have some experience in applying mechanical engineering concepts, application and adherence to national codes, and means and methods for power generation or similar industries. • Perform or assist with occasional field or site visits for observations, data collection, and documentation efforts for clients and/or project needs • Consults with construction personnel concerning design constructability as related to field conditions, sequencing, and scheduling of construction events • Other related duties as assigned by the Department Manager or Project Manager
Skills
hydraulics, piping and instrumentation design pid software, Mechanical, Mechanical engineering, Mechanical design, Cad
Top Skills Details
hydraulics,piping and instrumentation design pid software,Mechanical
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited four-year college 5+ years of relevant power generation design experience Possess PE, or able to obtain within 12 months Preferred Qualifications: Experience designing reciprocating engine, simple cycle, combined cycle, and/or combined heat and power plants Experience using Thermoflow Suite, CAESAR II, and/or Pipe-Flo software
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $135000.00/yr.
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Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Des Moines,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2025.
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