Lead Mechanical Engineer

Are you a passionate Lead Mechanical Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects? Join our team at Eichleay and take your career to the next level! We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to work at our client's location in Blaine, WA.

This full-time position offers a collaborative, schedule-driven environment where you will manage a team of Mechanical Engineers, work closely with our client, and report to the Site Lead supporting a small projects program.

This role is based on site at a refinery and follows a Monday to Friday, 8-hour workday schedule, with the flexibility to work from home on Fridays.

Canadian applicants who qualify for TN visas are welcome to apply. Compensation :  $120,000 - $160,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience.

Relocation assistance is available, and this role qualifies for additional pay for approved overtime. Move Forward with Eichleay As a Lead Mechanical Engineer at Eichleay, you will work with multi-disciplinary teams of engineers and designers to perform design engineering for projects.

Your expertise in process piping and fixed equipment, along with a basic understanding of rotating equipment, will be key to your success.

You will evaluate, select, and adapt standard techniques, procedures, and criteria, and participate in project meetings, model reviews, and interface with other disciplines working on the project. Responsibilities & Expectations :

• Demonstrate awareness and commitment to health, safety, and environmental issues, ensuring zero harm to all employees, clients, and contractors.
• Ensure all mechanical engineering designs meet applicable codes and standards, including company standards, API, and ASME.
• Supervise a staff of Mechanical Engineers, providing training and guidance.
• Participate in weekly project priority and resource meetings, providing input for all mechanical projects.
• Perform code calculations for ASME B31.1 / B31.3, ASME BPVC Sec I and Sec VIII.
• Prepare equipment and piping technical specification packages for vendor quotes and bid requests.
• Perform technical bid evaluations and review vendor drawings.
• Check drawings such as piping isometrics, layouts, section views, pipe support details, and other piping specialty items.
• Select welding procedures, NDE, and testing requirements.
• Select coating and insulation systems for equipment and piping.
• Prepare the mechanical portion of construction packages.
• Communicate clearly with contractors during scope development and installation activities.
• Complete final job walk downs for mechanical acceptance of installed scope and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews.
• Interact effectively with all levels of employees, clients, and vendors.
• Demonstrate strong customer focus with a commitment to building enduring relationships that yield customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Deal with change and demonstrate flexibility as required.
• Manage multiple projects with competing priorities, consistently achieving goals, delivering quality work, and meeting timelines.
• Commit to continued learning and education through participation in internal and / or external training opportunities. Requirements :
• BS / MS in Mechanical Engineering and eight or more years of related experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with little guidance and oversight.
• Previous experience leading a group and managing workloads.
• Experience estimating required hours to complete a design and preparing a bill of material or material take off (BOM / MTO).
• Understanding of the need for coordination between other disciplines during design.
• Success in interacting with clients, vendor representatives, project field personnel, construction contractors, and other staff.
• Experience developing and reviewing technical documents and drawings to support the procurement or modification of stationary and rotating equipment.
• Ability to create a scope of work document to communicate proper construction or installation of a design.
• Familiarity with relevant refinery standards, including ASME piping and pressure vessel code, various API standards, and the NBIC.
• Experience with both design and engineering support of the fabrication of B31.3 process piping.
• Ability to climb ladders and be comfortable at heights.
• Ability to be badged for process safety management governed facilities, which require in-depth drug screening.
• Ability to obtain a TWIC in advance of employment. Preferred Skills / Abilities :
• Previous experience with Refinery / Industrial / Petrochemical projects (ideally site-based).
• PE license or ability to obtain PE in the state of Washington.
• Onsite experience in a seconded position within a refinery or industrial facility. Work Environment and Physical Demands :
• Occasional standing, walking, sitting, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, talking, and hearing.
• Ability to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Overtime may be necessary as workload dictates, including weekdays, weekends, and / or holidays.
• Job duties will generally be performed in an office and / or home environment, but will require travel to visit a client’s office, production facility, or industrial / construction job site.
• May be assigned to work at a client’s office, facility, or site for an extended period of time.
• Appropriate safety training and safety equipment will be provided by Eichleay and / or client as required. Why Eichleay? In 2025, we will celebrate 150 years in business.

For nearly 150 years, Eichleay companies have developed a wide range of project delivery expertise.

This legacy continues today with Eichleay, Inc., which specializes in the design and construction of industrial process, manufacturing, life science, and high technology facilities. Join a dynamic organization with insight fueled by experience, solutions powered by practicality, relationships built by listening, and trust earned through results. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, or other status protected by law or regulation. Are you ready to bring your passion for mechanical engineering to Eichleay? Apply now and join us in making a difference! Education Required

Salary : $120,000 - $160,000