Principal Mechanical Engineer

Functional TitlePrincipal Mechanical Engineer

Recruitment Category TypeStandard

Functional CategoryEngineering & Construction

GradeEG.16

FLSA StatusExempt

Requisition Number24-0258

Number of Vacancies1

Job LevelNon-Management

Job CodeN/A

Job Description Summary

Organization NameEngineering & Environmental Services

Reports toSection Manager, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Full or Part TimeFull Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or TemporaryRegular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

Monday Friday

8:30 AM 5:00 PM

Position LocationLaurel

Position Summary Information

General Summary

ThePrincipal Mechanical Engineerperforms principal level mechanical engineering work in the field, plant, and/or office with greater skill, independence, broader technical, administrative and managerial knowledge to ensure good engineering practices are used. This individual has a wide latitude for independent decision making consistent with sound engineering practices.

Essential Functions

+ Participates in the formulation of long-range programs for improvement in the mechanical systems for WSSC Water

+ Creates programs and designs for a variety of Commission projects

+ Directs the work of junior mechanical engineers and other employees in design and program tasks

+ Performs and/or directs the preparation and review of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents as needed

+ Consults with various departments of the Commission on mechanical equipment design, operational and maintenance issues

+ Confers with local, governmental, and private officials on mechanical engineering issues and studies

+ Prepares cost estimates for mechanical engineering sections on special projects

+ Prepares complex mechanical engineering studies and investigations and produces final engineering reports

+ Attends necessary meetings and some government hearings as needed

+ Performs mentoring of junior mechanical engineering staff

+ Develops mechanical design documents for inclusion in the Commissions Design Manual, Facility Guide Books and other documents

+ Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Environment And Physical Demands

Position is a combination of field and office work.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

+ Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering

+ Ability to plan and direct the work of professional engineers, other engineering personnel and administrative personnel

+ Ability to apply engineering knowledge of specific administrative, professional, technical, and field problems

+ Ability to prepare and effectively present highly technical and complex engineering reports and estimates both verbally and in writing

+ Ability to work as a project team member; good professional engineering judgment

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

+ Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering

+ 6+ years of experience in the practice of professional mechanical engineering,

+ 1+ year(s) in planning and directing difficult senior mechanical engineering projects

Additional Requirements

+ Registration as a Professional Engineer in Maryland. If candidate has PE license in another state, candidate must obtain Maryland registration within 12 months of hire or transfer

+ Possession of a valid drivers license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water drivers permit within 90 days of hire or transfer

+ Completion of all safety training as required by WSSC

+ Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter

Preferences

+ Minimum of 2 years of mechanical engineering experience with industrial type facilities similar to water and wastewater treatment plants and pump stations

+ Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering

Salary$118,178 - $201,222

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.

Close Date

Open Until FilledYes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Do you have a Bachelors degree?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

Optional Documents

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application