Lead Mechanical Engineer
WSP Global - Phoenix, AZ
posted 3 months ago
About the position
WSP is not just a place to work; it is a promise of a living, dynamic environment where people collaborate, innovate, build enduring relationships, excel, and grow professionally in a strong culture. We are currently seeking a Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our team and support various sectors including mining and metals, oil and gas, and heavy industrial projects. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of the mechanical and piping engineering discipline, leading projects of varying sizes, and interacting with all members of the project team, including clients, sub-contractors, and on-site construction contractors. In this role, you will work closely with the department manager to develop, plan, evaluate, and recommend solutions for complex engineering problems. You will contribute to the preparation of proposals, discipline estimates, and design deliverables, which include calculations, lists, drawings, specifications, and other engineering documentation. Your responsibilities will also include producing technical specifications for purchased equipment, coordinating with vendors, and preparing technical evaluations of supplier proposals. You will be expected to give effective presentations to customers and ensure that all work on assigned projects is timely, accurate, and of high quality. Additionally, you will organize, plan, and coordinate your work as well as the resources assigned to specific projects. This role involves troubleshooting at operating mines, oil and gas plants, and other heavy industrial facilities, performing calculations for pump and piping systems, conducting pipe stress analysis, and sizing various systems including HVAC, material handling equipment, and dust collection systems. You will also oversee and check the work of junior and mid-level mechanical engineers and designers, and you may be required to travel for meetings and site visits, with an expected travel percentage of approximately 10% - 15%.
Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of the mechanical and piping engineering discipline.
- Lead small to large projects and interact with project team members, including clients and contractors.
- Develop, plan, evaluate, and recommend solutions for complex engineering problems.
- Prepare proposals, discipline estimates, and design deliverables including calculations, lists, drawings, and specifications.
- Produce technical specifications for purchased equipment and coordinate with vendors.
- Prepare technical evaluations of supplier proposals and give effective presentations to customers.
- Ensure all work on assigned projects is timely, accurate, and high quality.
- Organize, plan, and coordinate own work and resources assigned to specific projects.
- Perform troubleshooting at operating mines, oil and gas plants, and other heavy industrial facilities.
- Conduct pump and piping system calculations, pipe stress analysis, and system sizing for HVAC and material handling equipment.
- Oversee and check the work of junior and mid-level mechanical engineers and designers.
- Travel for meetings and site visits as required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license and stamp required in at least one state in the USA, with the ability to acquire licenses in other states.
- 7 - 10+ years of related engineering experience in an EPCM or similar company.
- Knowledge of how mechanical and piping engineering activities integrate into a complete project.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with customers and vendors.
- Ability to manage multiple and conflicting priorities with administrative supervision.
- Understanding of the technical and commercial aspects of projects and proposals.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and specialized software for mechanical and piping engineering.
- Knowledge of relevant industry codes such as ASME, CEMA, and API.
Nice-to-haves
- MS Degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) from an ABET accredited program.
- Project Management experience or PMP certification in an engineering consulting environment.
- An up-to-date NCEES record.
- Design-Build project execution experience.
- Experience with metal/mineral mining, oil and gas, industrial water treatment, and municipal facilities projects.
- Competence in AutoCAD, Revit, or other design programs.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Disability and life insurance.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Paid sick leave and vacation.
- Paid parental leave.
- Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization proceedings.
