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Senior Mechanical Engineer


Reference Number: JNDESM4

Senior Mechanical Engineer
experience  Not Disclosed
location  Newark, DE (100% Remote)
duration  6.0 Months
salary  Not Disclosed
jobtype  Not Disclosed
Industry  Energy & Utility
duration  $-4/hour - $1/hour
Job Description

Remote

Job Description:

The client is looking for a driven and technically-skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team. In this role, you'll take ownership of the complete lifecycle of critical mechanical equipment used in gas processing. From initial design and specification to commissioning and ongoing support, you'll ensure our systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. You will be a key player in multidisciplinary project teams, contributing your expertise to build and improve our state-of-the-art facilities. This position is a perfect fit for an engineer who enjoys both technical design and hands-on project execution.

Equipment Lifecycle Management: Take full responsibility for the specification, selection, procurement, commissioning, and maintenance of mechanical equipment, ensuring it meets project and process requirements.
Code Compliance: Ensure all pressure vessel and piping designs, modifications, and repairs adhere to relevant industry standards, particularly ASME Section VIII, Division 1 and ASME B31.3.
Project Execution: Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (Process, Electrical, Controls) to design, install, and commission new equipment and systems safely and efficiently.
Technical Support: Serve as a subject matter expert for key rotating equipment, providing engineering support for troubleshooting, maintenance strategies, and reliability improvements.
Project Engineering: Assist in managing project scope, schedules, and budgets to ensure successful project delivery from concept to completion.

Highest Level of Education Required for this Position:
HS Diploma and Engineering exp. required. At least a Bachelor's degree is highly preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field plus 10 years experience. Master’s plus 8 years

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
10+ years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or chemical processing environment.
Working knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (Section VIII, Div. 1) and Process Piping code (B31.3).
Demonstrated experience with industrial rotating equipment and mechanical systems.
Strong leadership skills with ability to motivate cross-functional teams
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proven “hands-on” mechanical and troubleshooting ability
Experience in environmental sustainability industry such as biogas, renewable energy or waste treatment
Working knowledge of commercial agreements and customer relations preferred.
Ability to travel (up to 50%)
Work in industrial environments
Able to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and has the strategic agility to adapt to changing priorities

Candidates must have: 5+ year of Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of related project management experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Direct design or operational experience with centrifugal blowers, oil-flooded screw compressors, and/or industrial mixers.
Experience in project engineering or project management, including cost and schedule management.
Familiarity with the gas processing, oil and gas, or chemical industries.
Military technical training
Knowledge of industrial gases and pipeline safety preferred

Notes:

Remote. 

Core hours: 9 am - 3 pm (central)

Remote candidates must have: 5+ year of Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of related project management experience



VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

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