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Lead mechanical engineering efforts for power, energy, and chemical projects including equipment specification and vendor review, piping and equipment calculations, field surveys, project scheduling/budgeting, staff supervision and mentoring, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental design criteria.

Perform piping stress and flexibility analyses (ASME B31.1/B31.3) using CAESAR II; specify and evaluate engineered supports and nozzle loads; prepare stress reports; perform field surveys; coordinate with designers, vendors, and clients; manage schedules, budgets, and provide project status reporting.

Perform mechanical engineering tasks for EPC projects: specify and review vendor documents for pressure vessels, pumps, tanks, and heat exchangers; perform equipment and piping calculations; specify piping materials; conduct field surveys; attend project meetings; and potentially lead mechanical scope including schedule, budget, and reporting.

Design and analyze chemical process systems: produce PFDs, P&IDs, heat and material balances, process simulations, and equipment datasheets. Size and rate pumps, vessels, exchangers, and relief systems; perform hydraulic and flare header analysis. Prepare instrument and line lists, process descriptions, and participate in HAZID/HAZOP reviews. Support projects as an individual contributor and present technical information to clients and peers.

Lead process engineering team to develop PFDs and P&IDs, size and rate equipment, perform hydraulic and relief/flare analyses, participate in HAZOP/LOPA and PHA reviews, ensure regulatory compliance, mentor junior engineers, estimate project resources, and present technical information to clients and peers.

Lead project controls for engineering projects: develop, maintain, and monitor Primavera P6 schedules; integrate engineering, procurement, and construction timelines; produce earned value and progress reports; forecast resources and budgets; advise management on impacts and corrective actions; train junior planners.

Design and develop detailed electrical systems and 3D models for industrial and power projects using AVEVA E3D/PDMS. Produce drawings, perform clash detection, coordinate multidisciplinary design, generate BOMs, review vendor data, and ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.

Lead electrical design and execution for industrial/process projects. Create schematics, one-/three-line diagrams, lighting, grounding, and raceway designs; coordinate disciplines; support field verification, construction, commissioning, budgeting, and client meetings.

Lead and supervise electrical engineering teams for oil & gas and petrochemical projects. Independently perform design, studies, specifications, equipment procurement, review vendor deliverables, mentor staff, ensure QA, and provide field/construction support.

Lead instrumentation and controls design deliverables (instrument index, DCS/PLC and CEMS datasheets, I/O lists, process control narratives). Perform specifications, estimates, vendor evaluation, and technical problem solving. Supervise/mentor junior staff, maintain up-to-date I&C practices, and support field and office work using CAD and engineering software.