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KLJ Mechanical Engineer in Englewood, Colorado
Description
The Mechanical Engineer in the Oil & Gas Division will specialize in designing, developing, and maintaining mechanical systems and machinery used in the oil and gas industry. They will ensure that all equipment adheres to industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental policies. Key Responsibilities: Design and analyze mechanical systems and equipment for oil and gas extraction and processing. Oversee the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment such as pumps, compressors, and turbines. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize the performance of mechanical systems. Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, maintenance manuals, and project reports. Provide technical support and guidance during project planning and execution phases. Stay abreast of technological advancements and implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and sustainability. Provides technical assistance and guidance for multi-site/phase due diligence, design, development, building, testing, and inspecting of mechanical systems on infrastructure, building, and construction projects in the public and private sector. Responsibilities include the research, design, concept development, planning, installation, operation, maintenance, and optimal integration of automatic temperature control, air distribution, hydronic, and plumbing systems, equipment and processes. Substantiates reports and documentation regarding installation, construction, and operation specifications. Ensures that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality. Job Duties and Responsibilities: * Determine well-defined methods for collecting, compiling, and analyzing data from the physical work site, surveys, blueprints, schematics, data, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and other matrices for project development, design, and construction. * Perform professional mechanical engineering work and conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions, equipment, resources, building, infrastructure, usage, and mechanical systems to determine conformance with applicable rules, standards, and construction or operating permits. * Develop construction and installation plans, specifications, and cost estimates; preparing construction safety and phasing plans, and updating infrastructure layout plans that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients. * Incorporate advanced technology, modeling techniques, concept development, design requirements, load calculations, and operating strategies to account for the proper installation and functioning of equipment and systems according to specifications; implementing sustainable solutions with mechanical engineering design standards. * Verify site characteristics and provide technical assistance on various environmental, design, and construction issues relating to automatic temperature control systems and specifications, air distribution (supply, return, exhaust), hydronic systems (chilled water, heating water, etc), and plumbing systems (domestic water, waste, vent, storm, * Work as an individual or as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects, assist with laying out installation of equipment, calculating costs and quantities of material/equipment/labor, and ensuring project work conforms with specifications, permit applications, schematics, compliance documentation, and regulatory and technical analysis memos. * Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, sketches, calculations, technical drawings, spreadsheet , and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, * Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting. * Assist with development and scoping of medium-sized projects. * Provide guidance and training to entry-level engineers. * Prepare technical reports and presentations that explain research, findings, and recommendations to improve, prevent, control, restore, or address design and/or construction issues or opportunities. * Assist in the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data obtained during field investigations, offering input with developing action plans for moderate- to high-level risk installation, equipment operations, and/or mitigation activities. * Project management experience with small to mid-level projects including tracking hours and expenses for project work. * Prepare and implement site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs). * Comply with regulatory requirements pertaining to the data integrity, documentation, procedures, training, monitoring systems, and record compliance and retention. * Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner. * Remain current in latest mechanical engineering techniques and practices. * Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with building and infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects. * Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and adhere to professional conduct and KLJ's policies and procedures. * Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace and take appropriate action. * Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline. * Master's Degree is preferred. * 5 to 7 years of relevant post education experience in engineering and prior mechanical design experience.