Conversions, Modifications & Upgrades (CM&U) Mechanical Engineer

Penn Entertainment•Houston, TX

8h•Onsite

About The Position

PROENERGY is seeking a CM&U Mechanical Engineer to create engineering deliverables for conversion, modification, and upgrade projects in the power industry. Deliverables include calculations, equipment specifications, engineering drawings, installation instructions, and P&IDs. The engineer will also help establish in-house mechanical standards and review third-party client designs, including equipment supplier designs. The role calls for ownership, pride in quality, adaptability, and flexibility while supporting CM&U projects. The position is based in PROENERGY’s Houston, Texas office and reports to the Director of CM&U. The engineer executes mechanical technical design from conceptual phases through design completion, producing and reviewing analyses, drawings, specifications, and system designs. The role collaborates with clients and internal project teams, reviews vendor documentation, resolves comments, supports procurement and field execution, and helps standardize CM&U design practices. The engineer is expected to design for safety, operability, quality, and maintenance, and to complete assigned work efficiently.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology.
Familiarity with 2D and 3D CAD applications to coordinate drawing deliverables.
Basic understanding of design software such as Plant 3D, Navisworks, AutoCAD, Fathom, Arrow, Caesar or Auto pipe, Word, and Excel.
Ability to multitask and execute numerous projects or tasks simultaneously, often on aggressive and compressed schedules.
Ability to participate effectively in a team, accept direction, and contribute individually to team success.
Ability to support project teams and departments positively and productively and work with others toward common goals.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and tasks with defined expectations.
Experience writing equipment procurement specifications and reviewing vendor submittals for compliance with specifications or project requirements.
Basic written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to present complex information clearly to employees, management, and clients at all levels.
Ability to apply knowledge independently, ensure compliance with the quality program, establish related processes, promote a quality-focused culture, and support continuous improvement and change.
Ability to learn and effectively use new design software programs.
Comfort with change and ambiguity; adaptability, collaboration, and systems thinking.
Ability to proactively provide guidance on department design guides, standards, systems, and applicable engineering codes.
Ability to collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, and field personnel in a multidisciplinary project team to resolve design or drawing issues and accomplish goals.
Ability to perform work safely and effectively and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment-use instructions, and other policies.
Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
Ability to work during normal operating hours and complete work within deadlines; overtime and weekend work may be required.
US work authorization is required; candidates needing sponsorship for a work-authorized visa will not be considered.
Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

Execute mechanical technical design on CM&U projects.
Perform or review mechanical engineering, design, analysis, and other technical tasks from conceptual phase through design completion, using current technology, standards, calculation software, templates, and cataloged products.
Leverage existing designs as needed to meet project requirements.
Modify and review drawings for a variety of CM&U projects.
Design mechanical components to meet project needs and requirements.
Collaborate with clients on RFIs, deliverable reviews, change order requests, and engineering equipment buyout.
Review vendor documents to confirm specifications and data-sheet requirements are met.
Seek ways to improve customer satisfaction, work-product quality, and operating efficiencies.
Write technical specifications for equipment, material procurement, and installation.
Produce design calculations and system flow models for each CM&U project.
Develop system designs that comply with applicable industry codes and standards.
Resolve client comments on mechanical deliverables.
Complete as-built documentation based on project changes as required.
Develop, review, and implement guidelines and procedures to standardize and template CM&U designs.
Stay current with technology and industry practices and identify practical applications.
Check designs for consistency, safety, operability, quality, and maintenance requirements before submitting them for checking.
Interpret and incorporate design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
Support project execution at the site by helping field staff incorporate the CM&U into the facility.
Perform assigned work efficiently and effectively to maximize personal productivity.
Establish credibility through technical competency and team-leading ability.
Maintain and track project parts in preparation for project execution.