Sr Mechanical Engineer

We’re seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the design, layout, and upgrade of mechanical systems within advanced technology manufacturing and plant environments. This role will focus on HVAC systems, piping, hydronic systems, mechanical facility components, and equipment installation support. The right person will have strong experience with plant system layouts, facility upgrades, P&IDs, and cross-functional project coordination in complex industrial settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design and support activities for plant upgrades, facility improvements, and new equipment installations
  
• Develop and review designs for HVAC systems, utility piping, hydronic systems, and other mechanical facility infrastructure
  
• Support plant system layout development for manufacturing, utility, and process-related mechanical systems
  
• Prepare and review P&IDs, design drawings, equipment layouts, and engineering documentation
  
• Coordinate mechanical design efforts with operations, facilities, process, electrical, and project teams
  
• Support installation and integration of manufacturing tools and related facility systems
  
• Evaluate existing plant systems and develop upgrade recommendations to improve capacity, reliability, and performance
  
• Manage project tasks, timelines, and deliverables using MS Project or similar scheduling tools
  
• Support design reviews, construction coordination, field issue resolution, and startup activities
  
• Ensure engineering work aligns with applicable codes, standards, safety requirements, and project objectives
  
• Provide technical guidance during design, construction, and commissioning phases
  
• Assist in troubleshooting mechanical system issues and identifying practical engineering solutions
  
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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
  
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience
  
• Strong experience with HVAC systems, piping, and hydronic systems
  
• Experience with mechanical facility components and plant system layouts
  
• Experience supporting plant upgrades, facility modifications, and equipment installations
  
• Strong understanding of P&IDs and mechanical design documentation
  
• Experience working in advanced technology manufacturing, industrial facilities, or similarly complex environments
  
• Proficiency with MS Project or similar project scheduling tools
  
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills
  
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across engineering and project execution activities
  

Preferred Qualifications

• PE or EIT
  
• Experience with Revit or AutoCAD
  
• Experience supporting construction, installation, and startup of plant systems
  
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering and facility teams
  
• Strong knowledge of facility infrastructure and utility distribution systems in manufacturing environments
  

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