MANAGER OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Carter Machinery•Mechanicsville, VA

1d•$130,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join a Company That’s Built to Elevate You. At Carter Machinery, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We’ve built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters. Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you're turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward. The Mechanical Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the mechanical engineering function supporting the development, deployment, and lifecycle management of mobile and modular distributed power plants utilizing natural gas turbines and natural gas reciprocating engines. These systems are deployed in both grid-interconnected and behind-the-meter applications serving data centers, utilities, oil and gas, and industrial customers. The Mechanical Engineering Manager provides technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, including front-end engineering and design (FEED), detailed engineering, procurement support, installation, commissioning, operations, maintenance, and fleet optimization.

Requirements

Minimum eight years of mechanical experience in power generation energy infrastructure, or heavy industrial facilities
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
Experience with natural gas turbines and/or natural gas reciprocating engines
Experience designing balance-of-plant mechanical systems
Experience supporting projects through engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations
Experience with modular or mobile power generation systems
Experience supporting owner-operated assets
Experience in mission-critical facilities such as data centers
Experience with 3D design platforms and plant design software
Thorough knowledge of mechanical system design
Strong understanding of rotating equipment and auxiliary mechanical systems
Familiarity with ASME, API, NFPA, ANSI, and applicable mechanical codes and standards
Strong leadership skills and commitment to teamwork
Valid driver’s license
Excellent driving record
Willingness to travel and work hours required for job and customer demand
Frequent travel is required – overnight or out town via car or airplane

Nice To Haves

Self-direction and working with limited supervision
Strong business acumen; accurately forecast revenue, profitability, and margins
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Interpreting an extensive variety of technical data relating to engineering projects
Engaging in effective and persuasive discussions on complex topics with leadership and other company personnel
Defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts and drawing valid conclusions
Multi-tasking while maintaining organized and detailed documentation of all conversations
Strong sense of urgency and a desire to exceed customer expectations
Handling large volumes of work in a fast-paced environment
Promoting a positive customer experience
Upholding the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical engineering function supporting distributed power generation projects from concept through long-term operations
Establish engineering standards, specifications, and design guidelines for modular and mobile power plants
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to mechanical engineers, designers, and external engineering consultants
Ensure consistency, quality, and technical excellence across all mechanical engineering deliverables
Lead mechanical engineering during project development and conceptual design
Develop mechanical system layouts and equipment configurations supporting customer and project requirements
Support technical due diligence, feasibility studies, and cost estimating
Evaluate design alternatives to optimize cost, constructability, reliability, and maintainability
Lead the engineering and integration of mechanical systems, including: Natural gas turbines, Natural gas reciprocating engines, Fuel gas systems, Lubrication systems, Cooling systems, Exhaust systems, Air intake and filtration systems, Ventilation systems, Fire protection interfaces, Emissions equipment, Balance-of-plant piping, Auxiliary mechanical systems
Ensure designs support both permanent installations and rapidly deployable modular facilities
Develop technical specifications for mechanical equipment and major system components
Support supplier evaluations and technical bid reviews
Coordinate with Supply Chain during procurement activities
Review vendor drawings and equipment submittals for compliance with project requirements
Support factory acceptance testing (FAT) and equipment inspections
Provide engineering support during fabrication, installation, and commissioning
Resolve field engineering issues during project execution
Support startup activities and system performance testing
Partner with Field Operations to troubleshoot operational issues and improve system reliability
Support lifecycle management of company-owned generation assets
Develop engineering recommendations to improve equipment reliability and maintainability
Assist with major maintenance planning and engineering support during overhauls
Evaluate equipment modifications and engineering change requests
Partner with Electrical Engineering and Controls Engineering to ensure integrated plant designs
Support Commercial Engineering during solution development and customer presentations
Collaborate with Project Management to maintain project schedules and engineering milestones
Work closely with Supply Chain on procurement planning and vendor coordination
Develop standardized modular plant designs to improve repeatability and deployment speed
Implement engineering best practices, design standards, and lessons learned
Support innovation initiatives focused on efficiency, emissions reduction, and modularization
Continuously improve engineering processes, documentation, and quality systems
Work in coordination with team to achieve Continuous Improvement goals and objectives
Perform other related duties as assigned