Sr Mechanical Engineer

Zachry Group • Charlotte, NC

22h

About The Position

Zachry Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for its Charlotte Design Center, focused on power generation projects, including combined-cycle and other thermal generation facilities. The role leads mechanical design efforts for complex, utility-scale projects and contributes across the project lifecycle, from early design through construction support and commissioning. The engineer will lead and mentor a team, coordinate with other disciplines, clients, vendors, and internal teams, and help deliver high-quality, constructible engineering solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline from an accredited program.
• 15+ years of experience in power generation, with a strong focus on combined-cycle or thermal power plant design.
• Proven experience leading mechanical engineering teams on large-scale industrial or utility projects.
• Strong understanding of power plant systems, including gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, and balance of plant.
• Expertise in fixed and rotating equipment specification and selection.
• Working knowledge of ASME codes, piping systems, and material selection.
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate across engineering, construction, vendors, and clients.
• Highly organized and self-directed, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel and support both office and field work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EPC or EPCm power generation projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as ASME, API, and NFPA/NEC as applicable to power generation.
• Experience supporting plant startup, commissioning, and performance testing.
• Background in construction-driven design, modularization, or Advanced Work Packaging (AWP).

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 3–5 mechanical engineers supporting power generation projects.
• Drive mechanical design and technical execution for combined-cycle and thermal power facilities, including gas turbines, HRSGs, steam systems, and balance of plant.
• Coordinate across electrical, civil/structural, and instrumentation and controls disciplines to develop integrated, constructible design solutions.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables; provide status updates and identify risks and mitigation strategies.
• Develop and maintain resource plans aligned with project demands.
• Prepare RFQ packages and technical specifications for HRSGs, pumps, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and balance-of-plant mechanical systems.
• Perform technical bid evaluations and provide equipment recommendations.
• Review vendor documentation for compliance with project requirements, codes, and industry standards.
• Develop technical scopes of work, design criteria, and engineering deliverables.
• Support field activities, including walkdowns, construction support, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare man-hour estimates and support proposal development.
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure successful project execution.

Benefits

• Work on mission-critical power infrastructure projects across a growing portfolio.
• Join a collaborative, high-performance team with strong client relationships.
• Gain exposure to technically complex, large-scale energy projects.
• Opportunity to lead, mentor, and shape engineering execution within a respected EPC organization.

What This Job Offers

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