Mechanical Process Engineer - Associate

Job Description

Join our team turning abstract ideas into realities. Collaborate with industry experts to develop solutions to mission‑critical challenges such as NASA’s return to the moon, the DoD’s national security initiatives, international automotive manufacturers’ development of fuel‑efficient and electric vehicles, and the DoE’s energy research. We tackle challenges in emerging technologies, cyber, intelligence, space exploration, energy transformation, and resiliency to ensure national security.

Our Group specializes in the design, construction, and operation of unique and complex research and development facilities, including wind tunnels, rocket test stands, climatic chambers, jet engine test cells, acoustic chambers, altitude test facilities, captive trajectory systems, and nuclear facilities. Recent clients include Audi, Boeing, BMW, Fiat Chrysler, Ford, Honda, General Motors, NASA, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Department of Energy, Volkswagen and other clients worldwide.

• Working on and leading project teams to develop new designs for process systems supporting automotive and aerospace research and test facilities.
• Taking ownership of the technical schedule and budget performance of the work assigned.
• Planning, scheduling, conducting and coordinating engineering work under the direction of a senior engineer.
• Analyzing features or work and applying sound engineering principles and practices.
• Reviewing results from assigned tasks and determining if results are complete, correct, and adequately documented.
• Developing technical reports and presentations for project management and clients.
• Formally checking the work of others for completeness.
• Working closely with structural, machine design, controls and instrumentation, and aerodynamics/fluid dynamics engineers.
• Sizing and specifying piping, ducting, compressors, pumps, fans, valves, flow measurement, and fluid conditioning equipment.
• Designing
  • High‑pressure cryogenic and pneumatic piping systems
  • High‑temperature systems including steam systems
  • Refrigeration, vacuum, and fuel systems
  • Specialty HVAC systems and components
• Working in a fast‑paced environment and under deadlines while maintaining high quality standards.
• Supporting the Project Manager and Senior Engineer in ongoing design efforts.
• Participating in internal and external meetings and design reviews with team members and clients.
• Gathering information, interviewing stakeholders, performing calculations, and preparing rough layouts and sketches as required.
• Providing installation support and supervision, working with suppliers, subcontractors, and other trades from the office and project sites.
• Creating engineering calculations and specifications and overseeing the creation of engineering drawings.
• Traveling at times to support design reviews, attend factory acceptance testing, provide support for construction activities and commissioning at job sites.
• Participating in proposal development and supporting marketing activities.
• Performing field work, including climbing on test stands and working around machinery.
• Working independently and as part of a multi‑disciplined team to meet project budgets and schedules.

• B.S. Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited engineering school.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience or 2–3 years of engineering experience with a MS degree from an accredited engineering school.
• Prior design experience with process systems is preferred.
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Ability to work in a multi‑disciplinary team environment is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Demonstrated:
  • Knowledge and experience with common process piping systems.
  • Strong mechanical and process engineering analytical skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communications, self‑motivation, team‑oriented work practices, strong technical problem solving, and strong organizational approach.
  • High ethical values and strong commitment to self‑development, teamwork, and desire to work.
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