Mechanical Engineer

Powell Industries is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Engineering & Design department in the Energy & Utilities sector. In this role, you will lead mechanical design and BIM coordination for complex energy projects, ensuring high-quality, code-compliant solutions. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive best practices in 3D modeling and documentation. Powell Industries offers a dynamic, inclusive culture, cutting-edge tools, and significant growth opportunities in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment where initiative and continuous improvement are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical BIM modeling and coordination for energy and utilities projects, including HVAC, piping, and mechanical equipment systems.
• Develop, review, and maintain detailed 3
• D mechanical models in Revit and related BIM platforms to ensure accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project standards and codes.
• Coordinate closely with electrical, structural, civil, and controls disciplines to drive integrated design and perform clash detection and resolution using tools like Navisworks.
• Create and oversee mechanical BIM standards, templates, families, and content libraries, ensuring consistency and quality across projects.
• Prepare and coordinate construction drawings, schedules, and model-based deliverables supporting all project phases from concept through construction and as-built documentation.
• Support project managers and client-facing activities by explaining design intent, addressing technical questions, and incorporating client feedback into models and documents.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior mechanical engineers and BIM modelers, reviewing their work and supporting their professional development.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including refining BIM workflows, evaluating new tools, and implementing best practices for digital delivery in mechanical engineering.
• Participate in site visits, field verification, and construction support activities, integrating field data and changes back into BIM models.
• Ensure that mechanical designs incorporate safety, energy efficiency, maintainability, and sustainability considerations consistent with industry and client expectations.

Required Skills

• Mechanical engineering design for HVAC and piping systems
• Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Autodesk Revit (Mechanical)
• Navisworks for clash detection and coordination
• Auto
• CAD for 2
• D drafting and detailing
• Mechanical equipment layout and sizing
• Energy and utilities facility design3
• D modeling and model-based coordination
• Mechanical codes and standards (e.g., ASHRAE, SMACNA)
• Construction document production
• Interdisciplinary coordination with electrical, structural, and civil
• BIM standards development and management
• Common Data Environment (CDE) workflows
• Field verification and as-built modeling
• Technical mentoring and leadership
• Problem solving and design optimization
• Value engineering and risk assessment
• Sustainability and energy efficiency analysis
• Project communication and client interaction
• Data integrity and model quality control