Senior Mechanical Engineer

Do you like working on dynamic projects all over the world? Are you interested in applying your skills, talents, and education to work at a company that has a strong history and is well known in the industry? Do you want to be part of a team that will inspire you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? If you said yes to these questions, then read on to learn more about Knight Piésold and the opportunities we have open.

• You will be joining a reputable, well established global consulting firm with 100 years of industry experience that specializes in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower and Water Resources.
• We believe in the One Team approach, with everyone working together toward achieving a shared goal. Our engineers develop their skills through working on diverse projects, our knowledge‑sharing culture, career mentoring program and collaborating with top professionals in the industry.
• We offer unique opportunities to travel and take you on a career‑enhancing experience and adventure.

Would you like to be part of a multi‑disciplined Hydro‑Mechanical team that specializes in the design and implementation of pumping & piping systems, hydropower facilities, wind turbines, tailings management and process systems?

We are seeking an Engineer with experience in design, construction and commissioning of turbo machinery (pumps and/or hydro turbines), piping, hydraulic and conveyance systems. The ideal candidate will be detail‑oriented and capable of developing hydraulic models & calculations for transporting Newtonian/Non‑Newtonian/settling/non‑settling slurries (pressurised & open channel).

A firm understanding of the following is required.

• Integration of turbo machinery and control equipment (gates, valves, chokes) and advanced familiarity with relevant U.S. & international codes for pipe, materials & equipment (ASME, AWWA, API, ASTM, ANSI, AWS, BS, ISO).
• Electrical, instrumentation and controls to allow for an effective and efficient collaboration with the electrical design team.

• Hydraulic, process, mechanical and piping design.
• Assist in the development of studies from concept to implementation.
• Concepts, feasibility, and detailed designs for pumping & piping systems.
• Review project calculations, specifications and drawings to meet code and quality requirements.
• Preparation of detailed specifications, data sheets, calculations and reports.
• Develop the preparation of drawings, P&IDs and schematics.
• Research and analyse data and prepare and respond to requests for information.
• Assist or perform quantity take‑offs and cost estimates.
• Engage and interface with suppliers, manufacturers and contractors.
• Prepare control philosophy documents together with the applicable process parameters.
• 3D drafting of pumping and piping systems, including miscellaneous metallic structures and pipe supports.
• Manage and align client and stakeholder expectations around project scope, schedule and cost, while planning, organising and leading mechanical engineering projects from concept through detailed design, implementation, change negotiation when required and final delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8 to 15 years of relevant experience.
• 3D modeling capabilities with AutoCAD 3D, Plant 3D, Revit and Solid Works.
• Knowledge of turbo machinery and hydraulic systems.

• Experience in the design, implementation and commissioning of Balance of Plant (BoP).
• CFD modeling.
• Transient analyses.
• Hydropower experience.
• Firm understanding of electrical instrumentation and controls.
• Pipe stress analyses.
• Knowledge of ANSYS, Fathom/Impulse, CESAR, Plant, Revit, Solid Works or Inventor.
• Bi‑lingual in Spanish a plus.
• Project management experience.
• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering (a plus).
• Mechanical Professional Engineer (PE) registration preferred.

Work will be in both an office and field environment with domestic and international travel to various outdoor sites determined by project needs. Adherence to safety standards including those of the firm, MSHA, OSHA is mandatory.

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