Mechanical Engineer - Intermediate

Knight Piesold and Co•Denver, CO

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

Knight Piésold is a reputable, well-established global consulting firm with 100 years of industry experience specializing in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower, and Water Resources. We believe in the 'One Team' approach, with everyone working together toward achieving a shared goal. Our engineers develop their skills through working on diverse projects, our knowledge-sharing culture, career mentoring program, and collaborating with top professionals in the industry. We offer unique opportunities to travel and take you on a career-enhancing experience and adventure. This role is part of a multi-disciplined Hydro-Mechanical team that specializes in the design and implementation of pumping & piping systems, hydropower facilities, wind turbines, tailings management, and process systems. We are seeking an Engineer with experience in the design, construction, and commissioning of turbomachinery (pumps and/or hydro turbines), piping, hydraulic, and conveyance systems. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and capable of developing hydraulic models & calculations for transporting Newtonian/Non-Newtonian/settling/non-settling slurries (pressurized & open channel). A firm understanding of turbomachinery and control equipment (gates, valves, chokes) is required, as well as an advanced familiarity with relevant U.S. & international codes for pipe, materials, & equipment (ASME, AWWA, API, ASTM, ANSI, AWS, BS, ISO). Understanding of electrical, instrumentation, and controls is necessary for effective and efficient collaboration with the electrical design team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
4 to 10 years relevant experience
3D modelling capabilities with AutoCAD 3D, Plant 3D, Revit and Solid works
Knowledge of turbomachinery and hydraulic systems

Nice To Haves

Experience in the design, implementation, and commissioning of Balance of Plant (BoP)
CFD Modeling
Transient analyses
Hydropower experience
Firm understanding of electrical instrumentation and controls
Pipe stress analyses
Knowledge of ANSYS, Fathom / Impulse, CESAR, Plant, Revit, SolidWorks, or Inventor
Bi-lingual in Spanish
Project management experience
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering
Mechanical Professional Engineer (PE) registration

Responsibilities

Hydraulic, process, mechanical and piping design
Assist in the development of studies from concept to implementation
Concepts, feasibility, and detailed designs for pumping & piping systems
Review project calculations, specifications, and drawings to meet code and quality requirements
Preparation of detailed specifications, data sheets, calculations, and reports
Develop the preparation of drawings, P&IDs and schematics
Research and analyze data and prepare and respond to requests for information
Assist or perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates
Engage and interface with suppliers, manufacturers and contractors
Prepare control philosophy documents together with the applicable process parameters
3D Drafting of pumping and piping systems, including miscellaneous metallic structures and pipe supports