Sr. Mechanical Engineer- Utilities - Global Industrial Development

Full Job Description

Embark on an exciting career journey as a Battery Manufacturing Facility Utility Mechanical Design Engineer in our dynamic GID Engineering team. Join a group of passionate engineers and contribute your mechanical expertise to shape the future of sustainable energy solutions. Your work will directly impact the development of state-of-the-art battery manufacturing facilities, making a real difference in the world.

Responsibilities:

• Design Innovation: Collaborate with a team of experts to conceptualize, design, and develop innovative mechanical systems for cutting-edge battery manufacturing facilities. Your creativity and problem-solving skills will be crucial in optimizing system performance, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Technical Expertise: Utilize your extensive design experience in developing detailed and accurate system designs. Your expertise will ensure seamless project coordination and collaboration. Perform QAQC review of project interim deliverable packages (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC) and ensure adherence to design standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Code Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant codes, standards, and regulations, including ASME, NFPA, and ASHRAE. Your knowledge of these regulations will guarantee the safety and reliability of the facilities.
• Sustainability Integration: Integrate sustainable design principles and energy-efficient practices into your work. You will play a key role in reducing the environmental impact of our facilities and promoting sustainable manufacturing practices.
• Teamwork and Communication: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including electrical, process, and controls engineers, to deliver high-quality and integrated mechanical systems. Your strong communication skills will foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Effectively participate in project meetings, presentations, and progress reports, effectively report issues, and provide recommendations
• Foster positive and collaborative relationships with project engineering teams, understanding their needs and providing exceptional customer service.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field – Master is a PLUS
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design related to industrial facilities utility systems
• Large-scale manufacturing facility experience, including new or retrofit factories for high-volume and high-tech manufacturing processes, is a plus
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical systems and equipment, including process distribution piping, air compressors and dryers, vacuum systems, pumps, heat exchangers, pure water, process chilled and hot water, and nitrogen generation
• Working knowledge of applicable design guides and standards related to utility systems (local building codes, ASME, NFPA, ANSI, ASHRAE, etc.)
• Experience in system modeling using Pipe Flo or other simulation software
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning quickly

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach and lift with hands and arms frequently throughout the day.
• Required to occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 35 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is primarily an automated manufacturing plant with a concrete floor and is characterized by some temperature extremes, moderate noise, and forklift traffic. The individual must be able to perform all essential functions as appropriate on the plant floor, in meetings, and with employees, management, customers and suppliers.

Candidate must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All of us at AESC – regardless of functional area or expertise – share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance products. It is our policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

We participate in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.