Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Lead mechanical engineering design for power generation projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Lead mechanical engineering design on assigned power generation projects. • Serve as lead engineer, overseeing deliverable development for projects of all sizes. • Coordinate with mechanical piping design team to complete engineering drawings. • Collaborate across disciplines on equipment arrangements, P&IDs, isometrics, and asset lists. • Provide technical expertise for risk assessments, due diligence, and complex solution presentations. • Generate mechanical engineering deliverables from feasibility through detailed design. • Develop construction and equipment specifications and material requisitions. • Support home office during construction, start‑up, and commissioning phases. • Perform quality control reviews of work produced by others. • Participate in project and client meetings and interact with vendors, regulators, and contractors. • Assist with internal and external presentations and travel occasionally to sites.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸mechanical design
- ▸lead engineer
- ▸p&id coordination
- ▸specification development
- ▸quality control
- ▸client interaction
What You Bring
• BA/BS in Mechanical Engineering with 6+ years relevant experience (or equivalent). • Experience in mechanical engineering for power generation facilities. • Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred). • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license (preferred). • 12+ years experience with power generation facilities (preferred). • 5+ years as technical mechanical lead or engineer of record (preferred). • Design experience with combined‑cycle plants and nuclear generation stations (preferred). • Deep knowledge of industry codes and standards (API, ASME, PIP, ANSI, ASTM, etc.) (preferred). • Expertise specifying rotating and static equipment and piping material specifications (preferred). • Familiarity with diverse metallurgy and startup/commissioning field experience (preferred). • Proficiency with engineering software: Thermoflow, Hysys, Caesar II, Pipe‑Flo, AspenTech, etc. (preferred). • Experience with collaborative modeling tools (Navisworks, BIM 360) (preferred).
Requirements
- ▸mechanical bs
- ▸master’s
- ▸pe license
- ▸power generation
- ▸thermoflow
- ▸navisworks
Benefits
The role is based in New Orleans, LA, with a hybrid work model and a compensation range of $135,000‑$165,000 per year. Relocation assistance and sponsorship for US employment authorization are not available. AECOM provides comprehensive benefits that vary by employment status, supporting health, financial security, and work‑life balance. Working at AECOM means joining a Fortune 500 firm that values growth, collaboration, and community. Our award‑winning training programs and cutting‑edge technology empower employees to make real impact on local and global projects. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to confidentiality and fostering an inclusive workplace. • Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. • Paid time off, leaves of absence, and flexible work options. • Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. • Employee assistance program, well‑being resources, and additional perks. • Training and development programs for technical and leadership growth.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time