Job Description

Position Summary:

Bechtel is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer – Packaged to join the Mechanical Engineering department within the Manufacturing and Technology Business Unit (M&T). The prime roles and responsibilities include:

Assigned to projects to develop an area from conceptual phase to EPC phase. Plans and conducts independent work within M&T to support all business lines (Semiconductor, Electric Vehicle, Battery, and Data Center) requiring judgment in evaluation, selection, application and adaption of design on a project. Knows applicable industry standards and codes, accepted design practices and quality standards for a global business unit.

Job Dimensions:

A. Supervision Received 

Receives operational supervision and technical guidance from a Project Engineering Manager, Engineering Supervisor, or Chief Engineer.

B. Supervision Exercised 

Provides operational direction and technical guidance to subordinate engineer and designer personnel as directed.

C. Contacts 

Establishes and maintains communication with design and engineering supervisors in charge of related disciplines and with administrative personnel within the group or project. Consults with equipment suppliers, design and construction subcontractors, technical specialists, other disciplines/functions and client representatives as directed to provide and receive technical information and to ensure the coordination of the work within the project or assignment and compliance with Bechtel/client requirements.

Responsibilities:

Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates detailed phases of engineering work in mechanical discipline in a project or staff group. Performs work that involves conventional engineering practice but may include complex features such as resolving conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials and/or difficult coordination requirements.
Performs work using Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs).
Plans, coordinates or prepares equipment or work specifications, material requisition, bid evaluations and award recommendations for packaged equipment.
Coordinates engineering efforts in assigned areas between specialty and other engineering groups or disciplines, with the client, suppliers, and contractors and between other groups.
Assumes a lead technical role over other engineers or project subgroups for completing specific tasks as directed.
Communicates complex technical issues and recommends solutions to project management.
Facilitates technical discussions with third parties (client, suppliers, regulators).
Reviews/analyses bids and makes technical recommendations.
Conducts reviews of vendor drawings, calculations and other documentation.
Works on conceptual studies, designs, reports, or proposals.
Prepares cost estimates, quantity take-offs and staffing requirements for proposals, forecasts and change orders.
Reviews and checks work of subordinate engineers.
Makes decisions concerning problems within the discipline on the project.
Represents the discipline on the project and with the client as directed to resolve technical questions.
Coordinates and interfaces as directed with the day-to-day technical work of discipline engineers, specialists and designers.
Prepares or oversees the preparation of discipline estimates and work plans in accordance with project scope, schedule and budget, and manages implementation and performance accordingly.
Supports function initiatives of developing Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), Bechtel design guides, appropriate Bechtel Standard Computer Applications (BSAPs) and administrative practices.
Mentors designers and drafters by providing appropriate on-the-job training for their professional development.
Supports the creation of a work environment, supported by leadership, which fosters openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.

Qualifications and Skills

Basic Qualifications:

Level 1:  BS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent from an accredited university or college (or international equivalent), with minimum 15 years of Packaged Equipment experience.
Level 2:  BS degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent from an accredited university or college (or international equivalent), with minimum 20 years of Packaged Equipment experience.
In depth knowledge of packaged equipment such as water treatment.
Applicant should be able to identify specific packaged equipment services they have been responsible for, such as raw water treatment, wastewater treatment, sludge handling, chemical injection, N2 generation, etc. 
Applicant should also be able to identify specific industry and technology experience.
Thorough knowledge of ASME codes and API standards.
Knowledge of systems, calculations, equipment, applications of methods, plant layout, materials, and computers for preparation of analyses and development of project deliverables within the discipline.
Thorough knowledge of discipline engineering techniques, the design of engineered systems, and engineering and design calculations.
Proficient knowledge of the application of Engineering to plant constructability as applied to construction methods and materials.
Thorough understanding of the roles played by other departments on projects including construction practices and the economics involved.
Knowledge of precedents in the discipline and of principles and practices of related disciplines.
Understanding of engineering planning and control methods.
Skilled in oral and written communication. Able to work in project groups with shared-work teams globally, to progress project designs.
Able to troubleshoot issues in a field or job site setting confidently, and to provide instruction on how to resolve issues identified.
Experience in writing equipment design specifications for packaged equipment.
Experience of mentoring junior mechanical engineers handling packaged equipment.
Prior experience on executing mechanical works in EPC projects.
Demonstrated ability to cope with conflicting deadlines, frequent interruptions, and multiple tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

A professional license in an appropriate engineering or scientific discipline, from a recognized licensing board preferred.
Prior work experience and responsibility for the supervision on a medium or major size project in Mechanical at Bechtel.
Experience with field installation / commissioning activities for packaged equipment.
Experience in coordinating with global execution teams and offices.
Knowledge of Bechtel Engineering Department Procedures.
Participated and contributed to code/standards committees (ASME, API, etc.).
Experience in supporting project reviews and closure of associated actions: PFDs, P&IDs, HAZiDs, JHAs, ENVIDs, HAZOPs and 3D model reviews.
Prior experience in Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems.
Prior experience in planning and executing greenfield or brownfield projects in one or more of the following market segments: Semiconductor, Electric Vehicle, Battery, or Data Center.

Competency:

Communication, Development, Engagement, Safety, Self-Discipline, Teamwork, Values & Covenants.