Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Norcross
  • Larson Engineering

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Larson Engineering, Inc. is seeking an experienced Sr. Mechanical Engineer to lead front end engineering and detailed design of projects throughout various processing facilities, including pulp & paper, chemical processing, and power production. The ideal candidate will have recent experience in engineering consulting, design engineering of construction documents, and multi-disciplinary project lead and supervision relating to heavy industrial projects.
Description
This Process/Mechanical Engineering Manager position is for engineering leaders who can work independently and with a team to coordinate with clients in executing design projects and utilize technical resources from Larson's Norcross office as needed to fulfill the project's design needs.
This position will work directly with multiple disciplines to develop all aspects of various projects from initial concept through design and construction. The position will require direct contact with clients, vendors, and contractors to coordinate and meet the necessary project goals.
The ideal candidate will be an independent leader in the company and have a growth-orientated personality with a willingness to address all aspects of industrial projects. As an engineering consultant, you will need to offer a broad knowledge of the latest equipment and technology used in the many industries with the ability to develop complete solutions for clients.
Specific Responsibilities include

  • Leading, performing, and overseeing specific project tasks related to mechanical and process design.
  • Maintaining project schedules & budgets and directing various team members to best complete project tasks required.
  • Coordinating with other disciplines as project lead role to facilitate project completion of all necessary tasks.
  • Developing conceptual plans, layouts, project scopes.
  • Developing flow diagrams and Process & Instrument Diagrams.
  • Creating Project Capital Cost Estimating and Project Schedule development for front end engineering and detailed design projects.
  • Creating equipment, project, and material specifications.
  • Performing field verifications of new designs and existing environments.
  • Collecting existing information and interpreting data.
  • Creating reports, project summaries and recommendations.
  • Developing projects from initial design concepts through construction.
  • Providing onsite bid, design, and construction assistance.
  • Ability to Travel as needed, typically less than 25%.
  • Experience in AutoCAD design and 3-D modeling is necessary for directing others.
Skills/Qualifications
  • Minimum Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Paper Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in a Design Engineering role for multi-disciplinary industrial projects
  • Professional Engineer License is expected
  • High Proficiency in fluid process design (P&IDs and pumping systems) and/or high proficiency in bulk material handling.
  • Excellent presentation and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent written communications skills

Benefits
Larson is a 100% ESOP company with an environment that challenges and empowers its employees, encouraging their growth while also offering flexibility for their personal lives. The full-time positions at Larson come with numerous benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, paid holidays, generous paid time off, and opportunities for professional development. The firm also offers a 401(k) Plan in addition to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Please Note
This position may be subject to a pre-employment background check.
Larson is an EEO firm that uses E-Verification for employment.