Job Title: Chief Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead and work on various Mechanical Engineering and Energy/Industrial projects in Kirkland, WA, or Exton, PA. As part of our dynamic team, you will report to the Chief Mechanical Engineer and provide engineering design services primarily in the energy and industrial processing sectors. Your role will involve working on upgrades to existing facilities and new projects, supporting proposals, and possibly managing smaller projects. There are work schedule possibilities for in-office, hybrid, or remote setups.

Hard Skills

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or similar from an ABET accredited institution
• 10 years of engineering experience
• PE license preferred
• Experience in creating flow diagrams and P&IDs
• Experience writing equipment specifications
• Knowledge of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid flow
• Familiarity with ASME B31.1, ASME Section VIII, TEMA, HI, HEI, CTI, NFPA
• Experience with AFT Fathom, AFT Arrow, AutoCAD (P&ID), SmartPlant 3D
• Experience in water treatment, wastewater treatment, or gas-fired power plant design
• Knowledge of renewable energy, hydrogen gas, pipe stress modeling software, and thermal plant modeling

Soft Skills

• Strong work ethic
• Eagerness to learn
• Supportive team player
• Good verbal communication
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple projects
• Commitment to safety
• Proactive in obtaining information
• Ability to maintain and build professional relationships

Job Type

This is a permanent position.

Work Site

This is a fully remote position.

Work Environment

The position offers flexibility with the possibility of being remote, preferably on the West Coast time zone but open to candidates outside of the West Coast as well. The role may involve occasional travel to the Kirkland office.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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