Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Project Engineer to serve as the Mechanical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a $75M industrial project currently in construction. In this role, you will provide technical leadership, resolve mechanical issues, and support project execution to ensure successful delivery on time, within scope, and on budget. This position requires deep expertise in piping design, mechanical systems, and procurement processes, as well as strong collaboration skills to work with key stakeholders and project teams.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the Mechanical Engineering SME, reviewing engineering drawings and providing recommendations.
Resolve all mechanical issues, respond to RFIs, and coordinate with supporting resources as needed.
Provide mechanical procurement support, including purchase requisitions and vendor coordination.
Assist the Project Manager with:
Field execution (safety, scheduling, cost control, change management, commissioning, performance tracking)
Project communications and reporting
Risk identification and resolution
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify and resolve issues.
Skillset Details & Key Requirements
Knowledge of design standards and codes.
Expertise in piping materials, application, and specification.
Ability to develop piping material and procurement specifications.
Strong understanding of good design practices for sizing piping systems, including compressible fluid systems.
Experience with flexibility and stress analysis for moderately complex piping systems.
Ability to specify criteria and select piping specialty items.
Design experience with process and utility piping systems.
Knowledge of manual valve sizing, application, and use.
Understanding of piping supports and restraints.
Ability to identify, apply, and specify safety valves and devices to maintain mechanical integrity.
Knowledge of steam traps and liquid drainers.
Ability to estimate piping-related construction quantities from conceptual documents.
Familiarity with other discipline deliverables to ensure design coordination.
Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
8+ years of experience in mechanical engineering and piping design within industrial projects.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
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We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.
Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.
As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.
Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.