POSITION SUMMARY:
The Mechanical Engineer III will function as Lead Mechanical Engineer on projects and will provide direction and assistance to Mechanical Engineers & Piping Designers working on facility Mechanical systems.
BENEFITS:
Roeslein benefits are designed to invest in you! We offer a comprehensive benefits structure for regular full-time salaried and hourly positions that includes competitive wages, bonus program, travel bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays. Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan and an employee stock ownership program with company match. Health and Well-Being benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, travel insurance, and paid parental leave.
MECHANICAL ENGINEER ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform as Lead Mechanical Engineer on projects including mechanical engineering scope both in the production and support systems areas.
- Lead the development of Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's) for facility mechanical systems.
- Drive the development of drawing packages by providing direction and assistance to designers; Issue for Review (IFR), Issue for Design (IFD), Issued for Bid (IFB), and Issued for Construction (IFC).
- Independently design process piping systems including routing, sizing, materials selection, and pipe supports.
- Lead/Oversee Technical portions of Project Meetings internally and with customers.
- Lead efforts on initial site visits for evaluation of mechanical systems.
- Assign tasks and delegate authority to less experienced Mechanical Engineers.
- Perform complex calculations required to ensure safe, correct and economical designs.
- Evaluate and/or specify mechanical process systems including piping, ductwork and support equipment.
- Evaluate general arrangements of process equipment and their utility requirements.
- Coordinate vendor provided conveyor systems with process equipment.
- Utilize AutoCAD for system designs and development of drawing packages.
- Review lower-level engineer’s drawing details for accuracy, standardization, and completeness.
- Coordinate material take-offs for purchase of all materials required for fabrication and installation of Roeslein provided pre-fabricated and unitized systems.
- Prepare Request for Quotations and solicit bids for equipment, systems, and unitized components.
- Provide assistance with development of estimates, proposals, and other deliverables required for Phase 1 packages.
- Coordinate with the project Electrical Engineers to facilitate design of power distribution systems, power panels and control panels.
- Coordinate with Roeslein fabrication facilities on all fabricated, pre-assembled, and unitized system designs.
- Travel domestically and internationally ranging from 10-30% per year; to assist in the installation and startup of process systems.
- Promote a positive working environment in order to achieve the organization's goals.
- Develop and maintain relationships with employees at all locations.
- Conduct activities in a safe and healthy manner, and work in accordance with established safety and company requirements.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in an office and an uncontrolled atmosphere. Exposure to harsh conditions—such as: dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, and varying weather and temperatures—for short periods of time is possible. Must be able to travel to jobsites both domestically and internationally; living accommodations in some foreign assignments may not meet expected U.S. standards. All employees are required to follow safety standards and wear all personal protective equipment in designated areas.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this position, the employee will, regularly, be required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk and hear; and work in a consistent state of alertness and in a safe manner. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis is required.
SKILL / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITY / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
- Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in Mechanical Engineering is required.
- EIT registration is required. PE license preferred.
- AutoCAD and drafting experience beyond a basic level is preferred.
- Experience reviewing drawings for fabrication of piping systems is required.
- Experience with selection and specification of pumps, support equipment and/or HVAC equipment is required.
- Knowledge of typical piping and piping component materials and appropriate applications is required.
- Ability to manage time and efforts towards completing designs on time and within budgets is required.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience is strongly preferred.
- Excellent communication skills; both oral and written is required.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills are required.
- Computer skills and an in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows based programs are required.
- Ability to work flexible hours with some weekend and holiday work required.
- Requires effective time management skills, personal conduct, and change management abilities.
- Must have a valid driver license to safely commute between St. Louis, MO Headquarters and Red Bud, IL as needed.
- Ability to effectively interact with co-workers, clients, vendors, and other business contacts.
- Must comply with Roeslein & Associate’s core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintain sound relationships among and with employees.
- Ability to independently evaluate, select, design, typical facility mechanical systems and equipment.
- Exercises judgement on major portions of work and in making decisions and adaptations of engineering alternatives.
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