Mechanical Engineer

The Mechanical Engineer role supports the Lead Mechanical Engineers in the design, engineering, procurement, and product life cycle management of large-scale custom manufactured industrial equipment. The position involves cross-functional collaboration to help ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the design of process piping systems, including routing, sizing, materials selection, and pipe supports.
• Design process ductwork systems.
• Review customer specifications, project requirements, applicable codes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements to develop compliant mechanical and process system designs and validate engineering analyses.
• Develop process flow diagrams, P&IDs, and associated engineering documentation to support detailed design, fabrication, procurement, and construction.
• Evaluate process equipment layouts, general arrangements, utility requirements, and system interfaces to support safe, efficient, and integrated facility designs.
• Provide technical direction and design guidance to designers for fabrication and construction drawing packages.
• Review Issued for Approval (IFA) and Issued for Manufacture (IFM) drawing packages for technical accuracy, quality, and compliance with project requirements.
• Evaluate, select, and specify equipment, components, piping systems, valves, instrumentation, and support systems based on technical requirements, performance objectives, and lifecycle considerations.
• Coordinate with project electrical engineers on the design of power distribution systems, power panels, and control panels.
• Perform engineering calculations, analyses, investigations, troubleshooting, and root cause analyses using methods such as FEA, CFD, thermal analysis, and vibration analysis to support mechanical, structural, fluid, thermal, and process designs and resolve manufacturing, operational, and reliability issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• Entry level through five (5) years of experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Ability to manage time and efforts to complete designs on schedule and within budgets.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Computer skills and in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows based programs are required.

Preferred Experience

• AutoCAD and drafting experience.
• Experience developing drawings for fabrication of piping systems.
• Experience with selection and specification of pumps, support equipment and/or HVAC equipment.
• Knowledge of typical piping and piping component materials and appropriate applications.

Technology and Tools

• AutoCAD
• FEA
• CFD
• Microsoft Windows

Location and Work Details

Location: Louisville, CO (onsite)

Work setting: Work is performed in an uncontrolled atmosphere. Exposure to harsh conditions such as dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, and varying weather and temperatures for short periods may occur. Employees must follow safety standards and wear required personal protective equipment in designated areas.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk and hear.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs. regularly is required.
• Exposure to moving parts and electricity that require safety protocols.

Compensation

Salary: USD 69,729 - 107,537 per yearly

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k)
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Education and tuition reimbursement
• Bonus opportunities based on company performance

Equal Opportunity and Screening

• All job offers are contingent upon passing a drug screen and criminal background check.
• This role will be open until filled.