Project Engineer, Mechanical Engineer

ESI is seeking a Project Engineer to join our team in Kennesaw, Georgia. The Project Engineer will lead the project-specific, multi-disciplined group of engineers throughout the duration of the project. This position requires a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, five years of experience in the design and construction of steam and power generation plants, and five years of experience as a Project Engineer leading a multi-disciplined team in an EPC Environment.

• Lead the overall design and engineering effort for a project
• Assist Project Manager and Project Controls with the development of the initial project schedule
• Coordinate resources with the Engineering Department Managers
• Review project drawings and specifications to maintain contract compliance
• Coordinate vendor quotations, equipment procurement, field engineering, and construction support
• Manage engineering schedule, status of deliverables, and continually update project controls
• Manage Request for Information (RFI) Process
• Manage Design Change Notice (DCN) Process
• Communicate impacts to overall schedule and budget with Project Manager
• Respond to all design/engineering questions from the client

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Five years of experience in the design and construction of steam and power generation plants
• Five years of experience as a Project Engineer leading a multi-disciplined team in an EPC Environment
• Experience writing equipment specifications for some of the following: pumps, material handling systems, ash handling systems, boilers, heat exchangers, air pollution control equipment, water treatment, compressed air systems, turbine generators and piping systems
• Experience with general arrangement (GA) drawings and P&IDs
• Experience with package or power boilers, power boiler fuel-conversions, steam turbines, heat recovery steam generators, and combined heat and power (CHP)
• Ability to interpret and understand architectural, civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering drawings
• Ability to work with multi-disciplined projects including civil, structural, process, mechanical, instrumentation, controls, and electrical
• Knowledge of applicable codes, policies, standards, and best practices
• Proficient with Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and Procore
• PE License preferred but not required

ESI Inc. of Tennessee is a design engineering and construction firm that specializes in steam and power generation facilities. We are the Steam & Power SPECIAL FORCES® providing clients with innovative, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly solutions. For additional information, please visit our website at

ESI is an employee-owned company that offers competitive salaries, a complete benefits package, a hybrid work model and only works a half-day on Fridays.

ESI is an equal opportunity employer. Background screen and substance abuse testing are a condition of employment. ESI does not sponsor employees for immigration benefits or immigration status.