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Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell

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Lead Mechanical Engineer - Power (Multiple Locations) - Full-time

Columbus, OH
Full-time
Posted 11/21/2025
Verified Source
Key Skills:
Mechanical Engineering
Project Leadership
Cost Estimation
Hydraulic Calculations
Pump and Valve Selection
Pipe Material Selection
P&ID
Mechanical Equipment Assessment
Plumbing Systems
Instrumentation Selection

Compensation

Salary Range

$120K - 200K a year

Responsibilities

Lead mechanical design projects for power generation facilities including design, evaluation, construction administration, and client interfacing.

Requirements

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 7 years related experience, PE license preferred, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and experience with EPC projects and relevant software.

Full Description

**Description** Burns & McDonnell has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join the Power global practice. This position is responsible for the design and evaluation of mechanical systems associated with coal and natural gas fired generation facilities as well as associated support facilities. As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for front-end planning/preliminary design/code analysis; final design including bidding document and specification preparation; construction administration including review of compliance submittals and resolution of construction issues; and interfacing with Burns & McDonnell project managers, equipment suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers, and designers. This person will perform work which involves conventional engineering practices but may involve a variety of complex features. Preferred applicants must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered and that may involve the following detailed aspects of work assignments: Responsibilities include: + Develop cost opinions, work plans, and schedules, as well as conduct and coordinate work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria + Provide leadership guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members. + Regularly meets and corresponds with clients or outside personnel. + Lead mechanical design projects related to natural gas and coal fired generation facilities + Air Quality Control Systems and Effluent Limitation Guideline Management + Equipment sizing and application + Hydraulic calculations and associated pump selection, sizing, and application + Pipe and valve selection and sizing + Pipe material selection including fittings, gaskets, etc. + Pipe supports and pipe routing + P&ID’s + Mechanical Equipment Condition Assessment and Lifecycle cost analysis + Plumbing (sanitary & potable water) + Pumping/piping any fluid or gas, including blowers, steam & compressed air + Tank/vessel selection and sizing + Selection and location of instrumentation associated with pumps, vessels, and tanks + Other duties as assigned • *Qualifications** + Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. May also have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. The completion of a master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience. + 7 years related mechanical experience required; EPC project experience preferred + Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred + Candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to a broad area of assignments. + Experience in the use of Arrow, Fathom, SmartPlant P&ID a plus. + Candidate must be capable of devising new approaches to solve complex problems. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans • *Job** Mechanical Engineering • *Primary Location** US-MO-Kansas City • *Other Locations** US-MO-Saint Louis, US-AZ-Phoenix, US-TX-Houston, US-NC-Raleigh, US-FL-Orlando, US-NC-Charlotte, US-OH-Columbus • *Schedule:** Full-time • *Travel:** Yes, 25 % of the Time • *Req ID:** 252728 • *Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-DS #PWR • *Description** Burns & McDonnell has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join the Power global practice. This position is responsible for the design and evaluation of mechanical systems associated with coal and natural gas fired generation facilities as well as associated support facilities. As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for front-end planning/preliminary design/code analysis; final design including bidding document and specification preparation; construction administration including review of compliance submittals and resolution of construction issues; and interfacing with Burns & McDonnell project managers, equipment suppliers, clients, other engineering disciplines, detailers, and designers. This person will perform work which involves conventional engineering practices but may involve a variety of complex features. Preferred applicants must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered and that may involve the following detailed aspects of work assignments: Responsibilities include: + Develop cost opinions, work plans, and schedules, as well as conduct and coordinate work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria + Provide leadership guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members. + Regularly meets and corresponds with clients or outside personnel. + Lead mechanical design projects related to natural gas and coal fired generation facilities + Air Quality Control Systems and Effluent Limitation Guideline Management + Equipment sizing and application + Hydraulic calculations and associated pump selection, sizing, and application + Pipe and valve selection and sizing + Pipe material selection including fittings, gaskets, etc. + Pipe supports and pipe routing + P&ID’s + Mechanical Equipment Condition Assessment and Lifecycle cost analysis + Plumbing (sanitary & potable water) + Pumping/piping any fluid or gas, including blowers, steam & compressed air + Tank/vessel selection and sizing + Selection and location of instrumentation associated with pumps, vessels, and tanks + Other duties as assigned • *Qualifications** + Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program. May also have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam. The completion of a master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience. + 7 years related mechanical experience required; EPC project experience preferred + Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred + Candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to a broad area of assignments. + Experience in the use of Arrow, Fathom, SmartPlant P&ID a plus. + Candidate must be capable of devising new approaches to solve complex problems. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. EEO/Disabled/Veterans • *Job** Mechanical Engineering • *Primary Location** US-MO-Kansas City • *Other Locations** US-MO-Saint Louis, US-AZ-Phoenix, US-TX-Houston, US-NC-Raleigh, US-FL-Orlando, US-NC-Charlotte, US-OH-Columbus • *Schedule:** Full-time • *Travel:** Yes, 25 % of the Time • *Req ID:** 252728 • *Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-DS #PWR

This job posting was last updated on 11/27/2025

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