Mechanical Design Engineer
Wood PLC

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is currently expanding its team of engineers and experts in its Hampton location to support design engineering activities in the North American aftermarket business. This exciting role comes with the opportunity for growth and being part of a team addressing technical and environmental challenges to repower the North American utility and industrial sector.

The successful candidate must be a highly motivated individual who can demonstrate leadership and decision-making skills, work as part of a team and interact with clients. The preferred candidate will be office based, but hybrid work options will be considered for the right candidate.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

• Familiar with all pertinent codes and standards such as ASME Section 1, NFPA etc.
• Advise engineering solutions and recommendations to project managers and designers.
• Review/check Wood and vendor created drawings.
• Coordinate the flow of information and drawing preparation with 3rd party design companies.
• Client visits to inspect, or collect information, for proposal or contract work.
• Update current engineering standards as required.
• Review client technical specifications.
• Review vendor quotes versus project requirements.
• Proposal preparation and cost estimates.
• Review vendor requests for material substitutions and approve as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited school.
• Demonstrated ability to utilize engineering principals in equipment design.
• Have Solid PC skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.).
• Good organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, strong technical writing, and presentation abilities.
• Must pass drug screen, background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy.

Additional (would be a plus) Qualifications:

• Capabilities in computer aided design (AutoCAD), and other boiler applicable engineering software.
• Professional Engineer License preferred.
• >5 years of industry experience.

Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required. Note, this position will consider individuals with less experience than listed above but requires the willingness to expand skillset.

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