Principal Mechanical Engineer, System Design
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Job Location:
Watertown, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Via Separations is a Boston-area startup dedicated to enabling process efficiency and intensification for the industrial 2024 Via delivered its first commercial facility and changed the narrative around market-driven energy technologies that drive value for industrial customers. At the intersection of engineering society and impact our team is passionate about making a difference and building the technology and organization to do it. We are a fast-paced interdisciplinary team backed by leading venture capital firms and we are looking to add talented mission-driven people to our cohort.
We are passionate about transformative impact optimistic about scientific progress and unafraid of hard problems. We believe that our people are our unfair advantage and drive our mission forward. We embrace the diversity of our team for creative solutions and believe the best ideas come from the intersection of disciplines and perspectives. We want you to join us!
Role Description
As the Principal Mechanical Engineer you will be the technical lead responsible for the analysis modeling design drafting and development of our commercial membrane systems. You will be an integral member of the cross-disciplinary engineering team and work alongside our external engineering partners to bring both our pilot scale and commercial systems to fruition.
The role involves supporting studying understanding and executing upon detailed project requirements and specifications. This position has a focus on leading the comprehensive design analysis and implementation of modular skid-mounted integrated process systems specializing in mechanical structural and piping systems.
Responsibilities Include:
- Lead Design & Development
- Lead commercial engineering design efforts for Via membrane systems.
- Lead the development refinement and optimization of project-specific equipment design packages with a focus on the skidded equipment package.
- Design process piping equipment layout and interconnecting mechanical components within the modular frame.
- Aid in equipment specifications vendor documentation and bill of materials.
- Develop the Structural Skid Frame design including beam sizing bracing and lift point calculations.
- Perform basic Structural Analysis (hand calculations or FEA) to ensure compliance with transportation and lifting requirements.
- Create detailed General Arrangement (GA) and fabrication drawings for the complete skid package.
- Ensure designs meet applicable codes (e.g. AISC ASME B31.3 AWS D1.1).
- Lead the Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) process and perform routine progress checks at manufacturing partner facilities to ensure build quality and schedule adherence.
- Review and assist in on-site plant installation (SAT) to ensure the skid system is correctly assembled aligned and integrated into the customers facility according to design specifications. (Polished the second point to use the industry term SAT (Site Acceptance Test) and clarify the integration focus.)
- As a subject matter expert provide engineering support training and guidance to Via team members and relevant engineering partners.
- Work with external engineering partners and vendors to ensure compliance with Via Engineering design budget and project timelines.
Structural Design & Compliance
Fabrication Quality & Installation
Expertise & Collaboration
The ideal candidate will have most if not all of the following:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering. Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience leading the mechanical and structural design of complex skid-mounted process systems for capital projects.
- Experience with Skid-Mounted Equipment or Modular Process Packages is essential.
- Desired experience in large industrial scale equipment (e.g. oil & gas chemical processing membranes or separation processes)
- Proficiency with an integrated 3D piping and structural CAD system (e.g. Autodesk Plant3d SolidWorks with Routing Inventor).
- Deep working knowledge of structural steel design principles and welding requirements.
- Familiarity with commonly-used concepts practices and procedures within a design/manufacturing
- Familiarity with ASME B31.3 (Process Piping) and American Petroleum Institute (API) standards a plus
- Experience in engineering document management is desirable but not necessary
- Strong ability to manage time and quickly shifting priorities
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- A clear interest in sustainability
- Some travel (up to 25%) may be required
- In the event a field site requires entry screening a background check and/or drug screen may be required
- US work authorization is required for this role
We offer:
- Competitive compensation package including equity options
- Medical Dental & Vision Insurance
- Disability & Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- 12 weeks of paid Family Leave
- Paid Flex time off
- Paid time off for Company holidays
$126000 - $155000 a year
In addition to the base salary listed above Vias compensation package includes equity options and an annual performance bonus.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Via may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge skills education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role!
At Via we value and prioritize diversity of thought access and experiences and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin ancestry citizenship status protected veteran status religion physical or mental disability marital status sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age or any other basis protected by law ordinance or regulation.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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About Company
Process intensification For today's industries. Do More. With Less. [email protected]
