Senior Mechanical Engineer Aviation & Federal (California)

$150,000 - $215,000/Yr

Burns & McDonnell - Brea, CA

Full-time - Senior

Brea, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will lead mechanical design project teams to create world-class designs for various projects, including power, process, corporate, healthcare, and military facilities. This role involves overseeing the design and construction process, adapting mechanical plans to meet budget constraints and client needs, and ensuring high-quality project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design of projects from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Prepare mechanical equipment specifications, RFQs, technical bid summaries, and purchase recommendations.
• Review mechanical equipment vendor drawings and interface with suppliers and other engineering disciplines.
• Participate in project schedule, scope, budget staffing planning, and construction planning.
• Manage change orders effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
• Apply expert knowledge of mechanical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures.
• Conduct quality reviews of production drawings and project-related data.
• Oversee construction administration and coordinate with field personnel to resolve design-related issues.
• Lead field inspections, installation measurements, and calculations for clients.
• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
• Build effective relationships with clients and develop new business opportunities.
• Participate in sales and marketing efforts and identify key pursuits.
• Lead the development of cost proposals and qualification statements.
• Prepare and present project budgets and cost estimates, reporting on project performance.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
• Ensure adherence to QA/QC processes and effective communication with other engineering disciplines.
• Comply with company and site safety policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• EPC project experience preferred.
• Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 6 years of mechanical engineering experience is also acceptable.
• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment design codes (ASME, ANSI, API, PIP, NACE).
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading discipline design for large projects and delegating tasks.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills and ability to work analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation
• 401(k) retirement program
• Insurance and disability coverage
• Time off and wellness programs