Senior Mechanical Engineer (Generation)

WSP • Houston, TX

2d • $134,000 - $205,040

About The Position

WSP is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its Power & Energy team, initially listing Houston, Texas, with New York, Seattle, Boise, Overland Park, Atlanta, Oradell, and Mt. Laurel also considered. The engineer will work on projects for thermal generation and district energy facilities, helping the growing organization meet client objectives and solve challenges.

The role leads mechanical design projects, coordinates and directs contributors, manages project budgets and hours, and interfaces with clients, equipment vendors, and contractors. Work includes equipment sizing, piping calculations and design, preparation of P&IDs and construction scopes, engineering studies, and application of relevant engineering methods, codes, and standards. The position also mentors less experienced staff, supports quality assurance and quality control, and may travel 5%–10% to client and project sites.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline from an ABET-accredited program, at least 10 years of relevant post-education experience in industrial mechanical design, and a Professional Engineer license. Experience with power generation and district energy projects is required. The expected salary range is $134,000–$205,040. WSP describes its workplace model as flexible and agile and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
• At least 10 years of relevant post-education experience in mechanical design for industrial facilities.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license; multi-state licensure preferred.
• Experience with power generation and district energy projects.
• Proficiency in mechanical engineering principles, practices, processes, and their application to project-related issues.
• Specific knowledge of relevant mechanical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for communicating professionally with engineering and non-engineering audiences.
• Self-leadership, attention to detail, multitasking, and prioritization skills in a dynamic work environment.
• Proficiency in technical writing, office automation, and discipline-specific design software.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to draw conclusions from testing results, data collation, computations, and statistical analysis, and identify effective, economical, and logical solutions.
• Effectiveness in coordinating and assertively directing others to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Smart Plant 3D or CADWorx.
• Experience using Caesar II or AutoPipe.
• Experience using Thermoflow.
• Experience using Arrow/Fathom.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design projects for thermal generation and district energy facilities, including clarifying assignments and deadlines, preparing and overseeing project budgets, tracking hours and expenses, and ensuring satisfactory performance.
• Interface with clients, equipment vendors, and contractors.
• Mentor and direct less experienced staff members.
• Coordinate design requirements with piping designers and drafters.
• Perform equipment sizing calculations.
• Develop piping pressure drop calculations.
• Prepare P&IDs, including pipe and valve selection and sizing for power plant systems.
• Route piping and design pipe supports.
• Prepare construction and installation scopes of work for mechanical systems.
• Conduct engineering studies, including condition assessments and cost estimates.
• Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques, procedures, industry codes, and standards to projects.
• Adhere to the QA/QC process.
• Travel occasionally (5%–10%) to clients, projects, and sites to interface with clients, verify existing conditions, and monitor construction progress.
• Make responsible and ethical decisions 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Disability and life coverage.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation or other personal time.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior