Senior Mechanical Engineer - Gas & Energy
About The Position
DLR Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of mechanical systems for energy and infrastructure projects. This role focuses on gas piping for utility-scale generators, combined heat and power (CHP) systems, and emerging energy production technologies, serving a diverse client base. The engineer will lead design teams, produce high-quality construction documents using AutoCAD or Revit, and manage project schedules. Collaboration with other disciplines within an integrated design team is essential to produce highly integrated designs. The position involves leading the design process, preparing detailed mechanical engineering drawings and calculations, and managing Mechanical Designers and/or other team members.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
- 10+ years of experience working as a mechanical engineer, including design of HVAC systems, central utility plants, plumbing, fire suppression systems, and gas piping.
- Working knowledge of the design and construction process and the ability to understand and communicate with professionals of other disciplines.
- Knowledge of Autodesk Revit and/or Autodesk AutoCAD.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with BIM including Autodesk Revit workflow.
- Experience with P&ID development
- Experience with fuel systems and generator integration
- Experience with PIPE-FLO, SmartPlant or AutoCAD Plant 3D
Responsibilities
- Lead the design process of mechanical systems.
- Prepare detailed mechanical engineering drawings and calculations.
- Manage Mechanical Designers and/or other team members.
- Collaborate with other engineers and clients as part of our integrated design process.
- Create and coordinate documents using AutoCAD or Revit.
- Perform mechanical calculations including code research.
- Perform plumbing calculations including code research.
- Perform gas piping calculations including code research.
- Write and review specifications.
- Review shop drawings, RFIs and submittals.
- Conduct site visits when needed.
- Manage mechanical project teams and/or interdisciplinary project teams.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- disability
- wellness programs
- flex spending
- paid holidays
- paid time off
- 401(k) plan
- employee stock ownership
- bonus opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
