Project Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• University or college graduate with a BS or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, from a recognized institute.
• 15 years of overall experience is preferred.
• At least 6 years of progressive experience in MEP construction for large power or industrial projects.
• Demonstrated experience supporting powerhouse or BOP systems on at least two medium-to-large EPC power projects.
• Knowledge of current computer applications for construction management and design, including CAD such as AutoCAD, and MS Word and Excel for managing design reviews.
• Broad knowledge of US government compliance standards.
• Strong knowledge of hydropower auxiliary and BOP systems.
• Ability to communicate technical information orally and in writing, work effectively with individuals and teams, and give presentations.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary, multicultural teams and manage challenging relationships across different entities.
• Self-driven, with the ability to plan and execute work without direct supervision from senior management or peers.
• Flexibility to adapt to a demanding environment, including travel and remote work when required.
• Familiarity with EPC execution, engineering and construction workflows, and document control systems.
• Experience supporting commissioning and handover to owner operations.
• Ability to apply safety-in-design and construction principles appropriate for hydro facilities, including fire life safety, emergency egress, smoke control, and tunnel ventilation.
• Ability to travel for trainings and meetings and relocate to the jobsite for extended periods.
• Ability to sit or stand for an entire shift; occasionally stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb; lift and carry up to 10 pounds; and talk, listen, and speak clearly.
• Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including applicable productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to lenders’ technical advisors or independent engineers.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design for mechanical systems and equipment, including tunnel filling, unit dewatering, station drainage and oil recovery, cooling water, service water, compressed air, elevators, cranes and hoists, ventilation, fire protection, HVAC, potable water, sanitary drainage, and other powerhouse BOP equipment.
• Work with the design subcontractor and incorporate design into construction activities.
• Develop and check mechanical design criteria, equipment lists, schematic and layout drawings, equipment specifications, and equipment data sheets in line with operational, reliability, and safety requirements.
• Coordinate mechanical scopes with civil, geotechnical, and architectural disciplines, including underground caverns, shafts, tunnels, and powerhouse layout.
• Interface with OEMs to integrate their equipment into the project.
• Support and manage mechanical interfaces between the powerhouse, underground works, and surface facilities.
• Provide construction and commissioning support during execution.
• Support construction sequencing and identify installation constraints.
• Participate in testing, energizing, and commissioning support, including review of test procedures and energizing and turnover sequencing for station service and auxiliaries.
• Support project operations readiness and commissioning teams.
• Review mechanical deliverables for compliance with customer technical requirements, project specifications, design criteria, and applicable codes.
• Participate in design and constructability reviews, safety-in-design workshops, and HAZID/HAZOP reviews, focusing on underground powerhouse risks.
• Coordinate and manage review of mechanical deliverables produced by the design consultant, including schedules, reports, critical issues, and risks; provide feedback to the Engineering and Construction Manager.
• Attend discipline-specific meetings and record action items.
• Participate in technical meetings and value engineering analysis.
• Establish regular meetings and reporting cycles with design consultants, estimators, and other external stakeholders to coordinate design and constructability and integrate them into estimates, construction plans, and execution.