Talascend is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a long-term contract opportunity with our client in Houston, Texas.
Overview
This role involves conducting field investigations and client interviews to determine work scope and cost estimates for mechanical aspects of projects. The engineer will lead design, development, modification, and evaluation of mechanical components and processes, ensuring technical issues are resolved and project requirements are met.
Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate detailed phases of engineering work within the mechanical discipline on projects or staff groups.
- Perform work that involves conventional engineering practices and may include complex features such as resolving conflicting design requirements and challenging coordination needs.
- Utilize Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs) for engineering tasks.
- Prepare equipment or work specifications, material requisitions, technical bid evaluations, and award recommendations.
- Coordinate engineering efforts among multiple disciplines, clients, suppliers, and contractors.
- Assume a lead technical role over other engineers or project subgroups for specific tasks.
- Communicate complex technical issues and recommend solutions to supervisors and project management.
- Mentor designers and drafters through on-the-job training and support creation of a collaborative work environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent from an accredited university or college.
- 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of related work experience.
- Deep knowledge of equipment packages such as Air Handling Systems, Air Condensing Units, Variable Air Volume Units, and cleanroom recirculation air and exhaust systems.
- Good working knowledge of international standards for cleanrooms and environmental controls (ISO 14644 series), IST-RP standards, ASHRAE, SMACNA, and IMC standards for HVAC and Air Handling Units.
- Knowledge of system design, calculations, equipment applications, plant layout, materials, and computer-aided development of project deliverables.
- Thorough understanding of engineering techniques, system design, and related principles.
- Ability to troubleshoot issues in field settings confidently and provide instruction on resolving issues.
- Demonstrated ability to manage conflicting deadlines, interruptions, and multiple tasks.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.
Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.
Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.