Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Blattner Company is a long-established leader in construction and renewable energy solutions, focusing on utility-scale projects. The Lead Mechanical Engineer – Gas Power Generation will provide technical leadership for mechanical engineering in gas power generation projects, ensuring designs meet safety and industry standards while mentoring junior engineers.
Responsibilities
- Lead the mechanical engineering execution of utility-scale gas power generation projects from estimating through construction support and project closeout
- Develop preliminary mechanical designs for proposals that optimize constructability, equipment reliability, safety, cost efficiency, and Blattner best practices
- Lead Basis of Design (BOD) development, mechanical engineering reviews, RFIs, and technical documentation throughout the project lifecycle
- Review mechanical equipment layouts, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment specifications, balance of plant systems, vendor drawings, and third-party engineering packages to ensure quality and compliance
- Coordinate mechanical engineering activities with Project Engineering, Estimating, Integrated Supply Chain, Construction, Owners, Engineers of Record (EOR), and equipment manufacturers
- Support mechanical equipment selection, procurement strategies, vendor evaluations, and technical submittal reviews
- Lead constructability reviews, value engineering initiatives, and technical risk assessments that improve project execution and proposal competitiveness
- Mentor and develop Engineer I, Engineer II, Senior Engineers, and CAD Designers through technical guidance, work product reviews, and engineering best practices
- Drive mechanical engineering standards, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives across Blattner's growing gas power generation portfolio
- Support the successful integration of gas turbines, reciprocating engines, balance of plant systems, fuel gas systems, cooling systems, and auxiliary mechanical equipment into complete power generation facilities
- Serve as the technical mechanical engineering resource for complex design challenges throughout all phases of project execution
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an ABET-accredited college
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required or ability to obtain within one year of hire
- Seven or more years of progressive mechanical engineering experience supporting utility-scale power generation, industrial facilities, EPC, heavy infrastructure, or related industries
- Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and coordinating complex mechanical engineering projects
- Experience supporting gas turbine facilities, reciprocating engine generation plants, simple-cycle and combined-cycle power plants, or balance of plant (BOP) systems
- Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment layouts, piping systems, fuel gas systems, cooling water systems, auxiliary mechanical equipment, and power generation infrastructure
- Experience working with gas turbine OEMs, reciprocating engine manufacturers, or EPC firms supporting utility-scale power generation projects
- Experience collaborating with Owners, Engineers of Record (EOR), equipment manufacturers, EPC partners, and construction teams throughout the engineering lifecycle
- Proven ability to lead mechanical engineering teams while mentoring and developing technical talent
- Passion for driving engineering innovation, establishing mechanical engineering standards, and continuously improving engineering quality across complex power generation projects
Benefits
- 100% employer paid HDHP insurance premiums for employees
- 401(k) with company match
- HSA and FSA options
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)
- Work/Life balance
- Employee/Family focused culture
- Gym on site
- And more!
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