Mechanical Engineer Senior, or Principal Level

Position Summary

Under general direction, demonstrates complete understanding & wide application of engineering technical principles, theories, & concepts in the field. Independently determines & develops approaches to solutions. Receives technical guidance on complex problems; completed work is reviewed for adequacy in meeting objectives. May lead small‑medium non‑critical projects or critical projects under the direction of a higher‑level engineer/supervisor. Provides work direction to other professionals &/or staff and represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.

Frequent inter‑organizational & outside customer contact.

• Uses & applies technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, & techniques to perform activities/assignments that may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials or methods & difficult coordination requirements.
• Supports the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.).
• Utilizes & may assist with the development of procedures requiring a broad knowledge & proficiency in a specialty area and has a general knowledge of related disciplines.
• Works under the general direction of a higher‑level engineer or supervisor for routine engineering projects.
• Provides ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, testing/diagnostics & Regulatory.
• May provide field engineering oversight &/or direction for activities such as commissioning, testing, inspections, etc.
• May lead small‑medium, non‑critical projects.
• Co‑ordinates or leads critical projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement support, installation & commissioning), under the direction of a higher‑level engineer or supervisor.
• Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• Under the direction of a higher‑level engineer/supervisor supports bid/evaluation processes including preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals and provides recommendations for selection.
• Partners & communicates with areas such as Supply Chain & Legal following appropriate processes.
• Frequently exchanges information in all formats, on matters having a wide range of importance & complexity, both inter‑organizationally & with outside customers.
• May assign tasks & coordinate work of interns, drafters, technicians, craft personnel &/or others.
• Provides guidance & mentoring to less experienced engineers.
• Responsible for continuous self‑development of technical skills & competencies.
• Performs activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, work order management, in support of engineering projects.

Entry Engineer Level (Salary Range: $70,000–$88,667)

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum; mechanical engineering degree preferred.
• 0+ years relevant engineering experience.
• Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.
• Preferred EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering).

Staff Engineer Level (Salary Range: $81,000–$106,267)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum; mechanical engineering degree preferred.
• 2+ years relevant engineering experience.
• Demonstrated broad knowledge & proficiency in specialty area, knowledge of related specialties, & general knowledge of other related disciplines.
• Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills & core competencies for this engineering level established & documented by the organization.
• EIT/FE strongly preferred.

Senior Engineer Level (Salary Range: $97,000–$129,267)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum; mechanical engineering degree preferred.
• 5+ years relevant engineering experience with EIT/FE required; 7+ years relevant engineering experience without EIT/FE.
• Ability to demonstrate the…