Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary:

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for performing technical calculations required to prepare mechanical deliverables including:

• Developing project scope including P&ID development and equipment selection
• Collection and presentation of key data/information
• Detailed engineering calculations
• Technical specifications & datasheets
• Conducting vendor drawing and calculation reviews
• Technical evaluation of bids
• Assistance in field work, construction support, and problem-solving activities.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for assuring quality and timely completion of engineering designs and reports. The Senior Mechanical Engineer should be comfortable in interfacing with the clients, visiting clients’ facilities and performing physical work such as walking, stooping, kneeling and climbing stairs/ladders.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer reports to the Mechanical Discipline Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Assuring quality and timely completion of engineering designs and reports.
• Comfortable in interfacing with the clients, visiting clients’ facilities and performing physical work such as walking, stooping, kneeling and climbing stairs/ladders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering required
  • EIT Certification desired
  • Advanced degree, and/or P.E. certification a plus
  • Active participation in professional organizations a plus
• 10 years' experience with boilers, pumps, exchangers and pressure vessels
• Pipe stress analysis experience
• Project lead experience developing engineering schedules, budgets and forecasts
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in teams and to present a positive image to clients
• Working knowledge of or familiarity with:
  • Microsoft Office products including MS Project
  • AutoCAD and 3-D CAD a plus
  • Mechanical Engineering design tools and calculations (software: PV Elite, Compress, Navisworks, Caesar II, NozzlePro)  
  • Working knowledge of Industry Standards such as API, ASME, ASTM, PIP

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and reach with hands and arms.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

About Nexus

Nexus Engineering Group is a full-service, independent engineering firm focused on supporting clients’ specific project goals from concept to startup. With more than a dozen years of proven engineering and design successes, Nexus is the preferred engineering firm of choice when seeking integrity and expertise.

Nexus performs best when faced with complex and demanding projects in the refining, petroleum midstream, chemical, and manufacturing industries. Our teams have the talent and moxie to tackle all sizes of projects for local and international clients seeking to design, build, and construct highly technical and functional facilities. With more than 200 professionals that you’ll genuinely like working with, Nexus is more than just your typical engineering firm. Clients come to us for our expertise, creativity, passion, and relentless focus on their goals.