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Senior Mechanical Engineer – Power Plant Design; Consulting Engineering
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-02-16
Listing for:
Redtree
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineering -
Energy/Power Generation
Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We’re seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in combined cycle power plant design to join our growing consulting engineering team. If you enjoy solving complex mechanical systems challenges and want to make a meaningful impact on modern power generation, this role is for you.
What You’ll DoIn this senior technical role, you will:
- Lead mechanical engineering design for combined cycle and simple cycle power generation facilities
, including plant expansions, upgrades, and new builds. - Develop and review key deliverables such as:
- P&IDs
- Equipment specifications (HRSG, gas/steam turbines, pumps, heat exchangers, fuel systems, water treatment, cooling systems)
- Piping layouts and stress analyses
- Mechanical calculations and system evaluations
- Oversee integration of mechanical systems with electrical, civil, structural, and I&C disciplines.
- Support equipment selection, vendor evaluations, and technical bid reviews.
- Provide field engineering support during construction, commissioning, and startup.
- Mentor junior engineers and support client communication throughout project phases.
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (M.S. preferred but not required).
- 8+ years of mechanical engineering experience in power generation
, with emphasis on combined cycle or thermal power plants. - Strong knowledge of:
- Rotating equipment
- HRSG and boiler systems
- Fuel gas and water/steam systems
- Balance–of–plant mechanical systems
- ASME, API, NFPA, and relevant power industry standards
- Experience in a consulting engineering or EPC environment highly preferred.
- Ability to lead packages, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and interact effectively with clients.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
- Contribute to high‑visibility power generation projects nationwide.
- Career advancement opportunities—including technical leadership roles.
- Collaborative culture with a focus on engineering excellence.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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