Senior Mechanical Engineer

  • Actalent
  • Southfield, Michigan
  • Full Time

Description

Job Details

Description

Process-Mechanical Engineer with expertise and experience in consulting for a wide variety of manufacturing clients and industrial sectors to contribute to the execution of our projects and to the growth of the Process Engineering Department. The candidate will provide technical expertise on behalf of the firm related to process engineering and piping engineering in industrial and manufacturing facilities and shall be able to demonstrate the ability to help lead clients through the front end engineering loading and planning stages of projects, continuing through the development of process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, equipment selection, and final engineering design. This position requires familiarity with the process industry system design and hook-up of equipment similar to that associated with scrubbers, dust collection systems, chemical tank farms, compressed gasses, industrial heat exchangers, large pumping systems, cooling towers, thermal oil heaters, large compressed air plants, and other similar systems.

Responsibilities:

Conceptualize the initial process design approach for major phases of large industrial projects through installation, with an emphasis on specifying equipment, calculating loads, ductwork and pipe sizing, selection of equipment such as pumps, boilers, chillers, cooling towers, heat exchangers, dust collectors, scrubbers, adsorption/absorption units, chillers, etc.

Develop Block Flow Diagrams, Process Flow Diagrams (including heat and mass balance), and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams.

Develop operational control descriptions such as Function Description, Cause & Effect Diagrams, and Sequences of Operations.

Prepare for and participate in Process Hazards Analysis for projects.

Prepare piping engineering design and lead the efforts of piping designers in the production of three-dimensional piping models, pipe stress analyses, pipe support design, and the production of fabrication level piping isometrics. In certain instances, ductwork may also require similar design attention.

Conceive, plan, and conduct research in complex problem areas while creating innovative solutions to unusual engineering problems.

Prepare engineering reports, plans and specifications for industrial projects. Design and produce engineering drawings and instructions based on calculations. Interpret, revise, and approve engineering and shop drawings. Prepare plans and technical specifications, procurement and construction documents and estimates.

Contribute to the development of proposals and participate in meetings and presentations to potential clients with the aim to represent the firm's process design capabilities.

Participate in contract bidding and administration. Supervise and observe the design/installation and ongoing progress of a project, including the coordination of the project with City, State, and County officials and other outside agencies.

Lead the coordination of projects with clients, contractors, outside consultants and firm staff. Communicate and interact with project team members, client representatives, review agencies and others as appropriate to project.

Lead in conceiving, planning and conducting research to resolve a variety of complex problems (e.g., conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, difficult coordination requirements, short timelines).

Interfaces:

Work with clients to understand and document process plant needs.

Work with Business Development functionaries to support the development of proposals and execution plans for projects that have process and piping content. Contribute to the growth of process and piping related business development, including development of marketing content and participating in client conversations.

Lead a team of process and piping engineers and designers.

Prepare estimates and staffing plans for the execution of the work in coordination with Market leaders and human resources/recruiting.

Coordinate the process and piping design with the works of other disciplines.

Provide expert design input and quality control to the process and piping design teams.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Expert level knowledge in process design and piping engineering with a consulting firm or Owner organization for Industrial/Manufacturing/Process facility projects including but not limited to the following industries: food and beverage, battery manufacturing, energy storage, automotive, metals, etc.

Professional Engineer licensure (P.E.) is required in at least one State, multiple State licensure preferred.

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills in the US English language.

Must have an expert level understanding of codes and standards applicable to industrial design including but not limited to: ASME, API, AWS, NFPA, ISA, and the IBC code set.

Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong team player with great communication and presentation skills.

Ability to travel as needed to client meetings and project sites.

Valid Driver's License to travel to job sites.

Base Salary range: $146,900 - $196,000 depending on knowledge, skills, and experience. Incentive compensation bonuses based on performance are also included. The disclosed range estimate, unadjusted for location-based differences, may vary where the position is filled.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Programs, 401(k)/Roth Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Employee Referral Program, and Mass Transit Program.

Skills

Design, Mechanical, Mechanical engineering, Autocad, industrial, mep, mep engineering, mep design

Top Skills Details

Design,Mechanical,Mechanical engineering,Autocad,industrial,mep,mep engineering,mep design

Additional Skills & Qualifications

NEEDS to have a PE license - that is required!

industrial exp, automotive, food and bev, etc. - required

they will be in the industrial sector so they need to have that experience

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.00 - $94.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Southfield,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Job ID: 489147312
Originally Posted on: 8/12/2025

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