Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer
On-sitePiketon, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Lead the design, construction, and maintenance of facility piping systems, including rigorous component sizing and equipment selection for pumps, motors, heaters, and valves. Model pressure, flow, and thermal effects using CFD, FEA, and related tools to validate piping integrity under static and dynamic loads. Develop, review, and red-line mechanical and piping drawings to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed engineering phases for major projects, preparing ROMs, cost estimates, and procurement documentation. Participate in safety reviews, quality-assurance activities, and regulatory audits while mentoring junior engineers in mechanical and fluid-system design. Must possess or obtain "Q" Clearance. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of experience in process-control environments handling liquids or gases.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related field) from an accredited institution – or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 5+ years of mechanical design-engineering experience with a strong focus on piping and fluid systems (industrial liquid or gas processes)
- Demonstrated expertise in pressure-drop calculations, fluid-flow optimization, and equipment sizing/selection
- Proficiency in static and dynamic piping analyses, including pipe-stress and support-structure calculations
- Prior experience in highly regulated or process-driven industries (nuclear, chemical processing, oil & gas, HVAC, etc.)
- Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (ASME or equivalent) and proven ability to integrate them into efficient designs
- Strong in fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and materials science
- Must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a 'Q' Clearance
Desired Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure and/or certifications in project management or quality
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