Mechanical Engineer Technical Director (Generation)

WSP•Houston, TX

About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Mechanical Engineer Technical Director (Generation) to join our Power & Energy team in Houston, TX . The candidate will be involved in projects with our Power & Energy Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, WSP now brings world-class expertise in power delivery, power generation, and project management with the recent acquisition of POWER Engineers, Inc. Our vision is to be the preeminent pure-play global consulting firm for the world’s energy transition. And we need your help. With over 73,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide, we collaborate daily to create positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion. In the U.S, WSP was recognized on TIME’s list of the world’s best companies and Fortune’s Change the World list. As part of our team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe. Your Impact Design mechanical piping and equipment for renewable and fossil power generation facilities Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, industry codes and standards to projects Perform high-complexity engineering designs including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection Develop P&IDs for power plant systems including steam cycles, boiler feed, condensate, water treatment, fuel gas, hydrogen, and utilities Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment including, but not limited to, heat recovery steam generators, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers, and pumps Prepare construction/installation scopes of work for mechanical systems. Coordinate with other drafters, designers, and engineers and review work progress and results Provide proactive and strategic leadership for the mechanical engineering discipline and function, offering direction, expertise, and support to ensure project and work site deliverables are successfully achieved within the business sector. Perform engineering review of permit applications, engineering design plans and specifications, standby plans and engineering contracts, integrated management plans, and periodic construction inspections, to ensure that they comply with applicable state and/or federal regulations and sound engineering practice and standards. Lead larger-scale more complex mechanical engineering projects ensuring contributors know what they are required to do and by when, preparing and overseeing relevant project budgets, monitoring external events, tracking hours and expenses, ensuring satisfactory performance, and supervising subcontractors, contract work, and employees. Responsible for the pursuit and development of business and the successful execution of work for current and potential building and infrastructure work within a geography specifically for the large projects within the area. Lead technical aspects of contract negotiation, presentations, and meetings. Responsible for the profitable performance of the individual projects and the successful completion of the projects within the specified area. Assist with the preparation of an annual update to business tactical action plans within the specified area. Meet with various public or private entities or individuals to discuss issues relating to a variety of engineering/construction challenges and programs. Ensure that engineering discipline certifications, accreditations, and value proposition are developed and continuously improved. Schedule engineering discipline meetings, providing updates and recommendations to ensure that all reasonable and proper measures are taken to inculcate discipline expertise and innovation into project work. Serve as one of the engineering discipline’s lead representatives/liaison to a variety of external entities including Federal, State, and Local Agencies, Clients, Subcontractors, industry-related groups, and various government and community entities. Develop and inform proposal and project scopes, timelines, pricing, and budgetary metrics – and accountable for planning, development and management of projects in compliance with all applicable City/State/Federal codes and regulations, and in accordance with all acceptable engineering practices. Interpret and summarize data, including reports and documents that result in sound engineering and regulatory conclusions. Provide verbal and/or written inputs to multi-disciplinary project teams and contribute to providing high level strategic advice to clients. Develop a client base for providing high level mechanical engineering services including identifying additional business development opportunities, and cross-selling of other WSP capabilities. Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development. Manage and provide performance guidance and leadership to assigned staff. Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline.
12+ years of relevant post education experience in mechanical design for industrial facilities
Engineer license required (multi-state preferred).
Working knowledge of Microstation or Auto CAD
Working knowledge of Smart Plant 3D or CADworx
Experience using Caesar II or AutoPipe
Experience using Thermoflow
Advanced proficiency with mechanical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, standard of care, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
Advanced proficiency with building and infrastructure design.
Strong working knowledge of relevant mechanical engineering and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements, and the business impact upon the organization.
Advanced proficiency with making technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, clients, regulators, and company-wide staff, including those with whom no formal hierarchical relationship exits.
Advanced proficiency with office automation, load calculations, discipline-specific design software (i.e., AutoCAD, CAM), technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Engineering.
Power plant design experience
Renewable natural gas plant design experience

Responsibilities

Design mechanical piping and equipment for renewable and fossil power generation facilities
Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, industry codes and standards to projects
Perform high-complexity engineering designs including analysis, calculations, research, and equipment selection
Develop P&IDs for power plant systems including steam cycles, boiler feed, condensate, water treatment, fuel gas, hydrogen, and utilities
Prepare sizing calculations and specifications for major equipment including, but not limited to, heat recovery steam generators, condensers, cooling towers, tanks, blowers, and pumps
Prepare construction/installation scopes of work for mechanical systems.
Coordinate with other drafters, designers, and engineers and review work progress and results
Provide proactive and strategic leadership for the mechanical engineering discipline and function, offering direction, expertise, and support to ensure project and work site deliverables are successfully achieved within the business sector.
Perform engineering review of permit applications, engineering design plans and specifications, standby plans and engineering contracts, integrated management plans, and periodic construction inspections, to ensure that they comply with applicable state and/or federal regulations and sound engineering practice and standards.
Lead larger-scale more complex mechanical engineering projects ensuring contributors know what they are required to do and by when, preparing and overseeing relevant project budgets, monitoring external events, tracking hours and expenses, ensuring satisfactory performance, and supervising subcontractors, contract work, and employees.
Responsible for the pursuit and development of business and the successful execution of work for current and potential building and infrastructure work within a geography specifically for the large projects within the area.
Lead technical aspects of contract negotiation, presentations, and meetings.
Responsible for the profitable performance of the individual projects and the successful completion of the projects within the specified area.
Assist with the preparation of an annual update to business tactical action plans within the specified area.
Meet with various public or private entities or individuals to discuss issues relating to a variety of engineering/construction challenges and programs.
Ensure that engineering discipline certifications, accreditations, and value proposition are developed and continuously improved.
Schedule engineering discipline meetings, providing updates and recommendations to ensure that all reasonable and proper measures are taken to inculcate discipline expertise and innovation into project work.
Serve as one of the engineering discipline’s lead representatives/liaison to a variety of external entities including Federal, State, and Local Agencies, Clients, Subcontractors, industry-related groups, and various government and community entities.
Develop and inform proposal and project scopes, timelines, pricing, and budgetary metrics – and accountable for planning, development and management of projects in compliance with all applicable City/State/Federal codes and regulations, and in accordance with all acceptable engineering practices.
Interpret and summarize data, including reports and documents that result in sound engineering and regulatory conclusions.
Provide verbal and/or written inputs to multi-disciplinary project teams and contribute to providing high level strategic advice to clients.
Develop a client base for providing high level mechanical engineering services including identifying additional business development opportunities, and cross-selling of other WSP capabilities.
Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.
Manage and provide performance guidance and leadership to assigned staff.
Collaborate with professionals from a variety of disciplines to provide “trusted advisor” service and future ready solutions for clients.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.