Senior Mechanical Engineer

Mesa Associates•Roseville, CA

33d•Onsite

About The Position

Mesa Associates, Inc. (Mesa) is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with experience in fossil and hydro power generation projects. This role requires experience with multi-discipline projects in fossil and hydro power generation. Familiarity with PG&E, SCE, or other power generating utility processes is preferred. The ideal candidate will have the ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex technical problems, possess an aptitude for computing and design, and have strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. A willingness to accept responsibility for technical adequacy and adhere to safety requirements is essential. Proficiency with computers and software such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, and department-specific technical applications is also required.

Requirements

BS in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university
8-20 years of experience
California PE (Professional Engineer) license
Experience in fossil and hydro power generation projects
Experience with multi-discipline projects in fossil and hydro power generation
Ability to identify, analyze, and solve the more difficult technical problems related to specialty area
Aptitude for computing and design
Good verbal and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills to build relationships and work effectively in a team environment
Willingness to accept responsibility for technical adequacy of all output
Willingness to adhere to Mesa and customer safety requirements
Working knowledge of computers and software such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, and software used for specific technical applications within the department

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with PG&E, SCE, or other power generating utility processes

Responsibilities

Independently evaluates, selects, and applies engineering principles and practices relevant to project requirements.
Acts as Lead Engineer on single discipline projects or smaller multi-discipline projects, determining design approach and preparing design documents (drawings, specifications, calculations, etc.).
Conceptualizes the initial design approach for a major phase of a large project, or has overall responsibility for the engineering work on a project of limited scope.
Exercises judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Performs calculations using engineering formulas and skills or application-specific software.
Manages personal task assignments and, for designated projects, manages assignments of other design team members to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
Identifies conflicting design or schedule requirements and generates Project Deviation Notices in a timely fashion.
May work as a Project Engineer.
May make project-level decisions on assigned projects.