Mechanical Engineer

$85,000 - $125,000/Yr

Harris Group - North Charleston, SC

Full-time - Mid Level

North Charleston, SC

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Mechanical Engineer at Harris Group will provide professional engineering expertise for industrial projects aimed at positively impacting the community and environment. This role involves working on innovative designs across various sectors, including aerospace, industrial manufacturing, and renewable energy, from development through detailed design and construction support.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource on complex designs and advance engineering theories, concepts, principles, and processes.
• Interface with clients including meetings, presentations and field investigation.
• Perform mechanical design, working with other members of the mechanical staff, and coordinate with other disciplines on specific projects.
• Prepare design calculations and documentation that support the project design basis.
• Prepare mechanical drawings, using designers or drafters as needed.
• Coordinate design with vendor supplied equipment.
• Prepare equipment layouts and general arrangements.
• Prepare construction bid packages and construction specifications.
• Assist in preparation and presentation of proposals, including scope of services and fee estimate.
• Support business development activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) required.
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering techniques commonly used in industrial capital projects.
• Prior experience with engineering consulting services.
• Experience with building mechanical systems design including HVAC, plumbing and fire protection.
• Experience with process system design and equipment specification including pumps, fans, heat exchangers, cooling towers, boilers, chillers, conveyors, and air handlers.
• Ability to identify, interpret and apply relevant codes and standards to engineering designs.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and constructors.
• Proficient with MSOffice suite.
• Experience with AutoCAD, and Revit. CADWorx a plus.
• Knowledge of Caesar (preferred) or Autopipe pipe stress software, desired.
• Knowledge of PIPE-FLO preferred.
• Experience with Trane or Carrier HVAC load calculation software preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel to an off-site location and/or accept client site assignments when required.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Caesar (preferred) or Autopipe pipe stress software, desired.
• Knowledge of PIPE-FLO preferred.
• Experience with Trane or Carrier HVAC load calculation software preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Friendly, flexible, collaborative culture
• Support for professional development