Job Summary
The Associate Mechanical Engineer performs professional-level mechanical and process engineering work supporting complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Reporting to a Senior Engineer this role involves hands-on design technical analysis project planning and coordination within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Assignments focus on mechanical and instrumentation systems across treatment facilities pumping plants pipelines hydropower facilities buildings and related infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical and Process Design
- Conduct site investigations and collaborate with internal stakeholders
- Prepare mechanical and process design drawings specifications and calculations
- Design and analyze systems such as pumps piping valves chemical systems HVAC plumbing and mechanical equipment
- Perform engineering analyses including hydraulic analysis pump and valve sizing and ventilation calculations
Computer Software Applications
- Use 2D and 3D computer-aided design tools for mechanical and process design
- Apply engineering software for scheduling hydraulic modeling and spreadsheet-based economic and technical analyses
Technical Support
- Respond to requests for field inspections evaluations and engineering calculations
- Provide technical support to engineering operations and maintenance teams
- Review contractor and vendor submittals for technical compliance
Project Planning and Management
- Define project objectives scope cost estimates feasibility and schedules
- Coordinate project resources and prepare supporting documentation
- Support project development control and interdisciplinary coordination
Written Communication
- Prepare clear and accurate engineering reports memoranda and correspondence
- Communicate technical information to diverse audiences including engineers operations staff agencies and the public
Oral Communication
- Participate in and lead meetings
- Present technical proposals reports and recommendations to a wide range of stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in an ABET-accredited mechanical or related engineering program or a California Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate
- Four years of professional mechanical or related engineering experience following degree completion
- Active California Professional Mechanical Engineer (PE) license
- Valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record
- Ability to perform field inspections and site work requiring physical agility
- Willingness to work overtime as needed
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered when supported by documented evidence demonstrating the required level of responsibility and technical expertise.
Job Summary The Associate Mechanical Engineer performs professional-level mechanical and process engineering work supporting complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Reporting to a Senior Engineer this role involves hands-on design technical analysis project planning and coordination wi...
Job Summary
The Associate Mechanical Engineer performs professional-level mechanical and process engineering work supporting complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Reporting to a Senior Engineer this role involves hands-on design technical analysis project planning and coordination within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Assignments focus on mechanical and instrumentation systems across treatment facilities pumping plants pipelines hydropower facilities buildings and related infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical and Process Design
- Conduct site investigations and collaborate with internal stakeholders
- Prepare mechanical and process design drawings specifications and calculations
- Design and analyze systems such as pumps piping valves chemical systems HVAC plumbing and mechanical equipment
- Perform engineering analyses including hydraulic analysis pump and valve sizing and ventilation calculations
Computer Software Applications
- Use 2D and 3D computer-aided design tools for mechanical and process design
- Apply engineering software for scheduling hydraulic modeling and spreadsheet-based economic and technical analyses
Technical Support
- Respond to requests for field inspections evaluations and engineering calculations
- Provide technical support to engineering operations and maintenance teams
- Review contractor and vendor submittals for technical compliance
Project Planning and Management
- Define project objectives scope cost estimates feasibility and schedules
- Coordinate project resources and prepare supporting documentation
- Support project development control and interdisciplinary coordination
Written Communication
- Prepare clear and accurate engineering reports memoranda and correspondence
- Communicate technical information to diverse audiences including engineers operations staff agencies and the public
Oral Communication
- Participate in and lead meetings
- Present technical proposals reports and recommendations to a wide range of stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in an ABET-accredited mechanical or related engineering program or a California Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate
- Four years of professional mechanical or related engineering experience following degree completion
- Active California Professional Mechanical Engineer (PE) license
- Valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record
- Ability to perform field inspections and site work requiring physical agility
- Willingness to work overtime as needed
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered when supported by documented evidence demonstrating the required level of responsibility and technical expertise.
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