Senior Mechanical Engineer-Chemicals Job at Airswift Sweden (Elkview)

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a major EPC client in West Virginia, for an initial 6-month contract likely to be extended.

Provide project oversight as Project Discipline Lead, integrating design activities in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget requirements
Lead or support a mechanical discipline team, including engineers and designers, to deliver project objectives
Deliver mechanical engineering services that meet company, client, and regulatory requirements
Support the planning and execution of mechanical engineering work, including participating in project meetings, preparing progress updates, and following established review procedures
Help ensure project scope is clearly defined and that changes are managed in accordance with project processes
Contribute to procurement, construction, and commissioning activities, such as preparing requisitions, supporting technical bid evaluations, and reviewing vendor documentation
Serve as Mechanical Lead on projects, when assigned
Outline project requirements, actively promote workshare where appropriate, assign tasks, and supervise progress
Ensure that required services meet client, and applicable regulatory requirements, on time and within budget
Collaborate with stakeholders to address and resolve technical questions or discrepancies
Maintain awareness of relevant developments and innovations in mechanical engineering
Provide guidance and knowledge sharing within the mechanical engineering team
Communicate effectively with team members, project stakeholders, and clients
Identify challenges, contribute to solutions, and seek input when appropriate

Experience supporting projects in nuclear, refining, chemical, or petrochemical facilities, or similar industrial environments
Experience contributing to multiple phases of engineering projects, from early concept through detailed design, including work on nuclear systems or facilities
Strong technical and practical mechanical engineering skills, with the ability to deliver accurate and timely work
Understanding of core mechanical engineering principles and general awareness of related engineering disciplines
Familiarity with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements, including nuclear-specific standards where applicable
Experience using mechanical engineering design tools and general business software (e.g., Microsoft Office)
Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and project environments
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related engineering field) with 8 or more years of relevant professional experience, including experience in the nuclear sector
Professional Engineer (PE) license in the US with the ability to obtain licensure in West Virginia
Authorization to work in the United States
Willingness to work in or relocate to the Charleston, West Virginia area