[Remote] Piping & Mechanical Engineer IV

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Dice is a company seeking a Piping & Mechanical Engineer IV to perform all aspects of complex mechanical engineering assignments. The role involves extensive experience in mechanical engineering, applying advanced techniques and analysis, and overseeing engineering tasks such as stress analysis, material procurement, and design calculations.ResponsibilitiesFamiliarity with and utilizing department design and drafting standardsFamiliarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a project task teamOn-site assistance during startupAccomplishing engineering activities such as stress analysis, construction specifications, material procurement specifications, calculations and piping estimatesDeveloping conceptual layouts and cost studies as necessary to determine the simplest, most efficient approach to solving engineering tasks at handProducing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs suitable for the level of the estimate being performed on a projectProducing detail design calculations and sketches for materials of construction associated with the project. Calculations produced will be neatly prepared and organized for efficient checking by others and efficient use by drafters/designers for preparing drawings and as a deliverable when requiredAssisting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems. It is your responsibility to furnish sufficient sketches and details necessary for completion of engineering drawingsConsulting with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the projectReviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for mechanical inputProducing designs with efficient use of construction materials with an overall emphasis on ease of construction and completed product meeting the expectations of the clientChecking calculations made by other engineers to ensure accuracy, conformance to codes, specifications, design criteria and conformance to good engineering practiceAdvising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes, which have been identifiedAssisting other engineers in developing and assembling scopes, drawings and specifications into a 'package' for mechanical purchase inquiries issued for procurement of equipment, materials or subcontract pricingDeveloping construction specificationsReviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specificationsPerforming fieldwork necessary to gather field data, check tie-ins and provide construction supportProvide technical guidance to less experienced drafting and engineering personnel in the departmentKnowledgeable of the discipline specific methods, practices and techniques required to engineer, design and construct process and manufacturing projectsRecognize and communicate scope and design changes promptlyCoordinate work activities with other teammates and the discipline leadApplying advanced engineering techniques and analysis to complex designsEstimating and scheduling professional service hours and assessing the progress and quality of mechanical workComplete understanding of the skills and experience required to perform engineering and design functionsAbility to identify and develop work sharing packages for interoffice execution support. Provide leadership to ensure communication and execution of work within scope, schedule and budgetSkillsBachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university is required6+ years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical engineeringKnowledge of design standards and codesKnowledge, application and specification of materialsDevelopment of piping material and material procurement specificationsKnowledge of good design practices for sizing all piping systemsSizing of compressible fluid piping systemsFlexibility and stress analysis of all piping systemsSpecify criteria for and select piping specialty itemsDesign of complex process and utility systemsKnowledge of manual valve sizing, use and applicationKnowledge of HVAC (airside and waterside) system application and design codesKnowledge of application of piping supports and restraintsIdentification of need, application and specification of safety valves and devices to maintain the mechanical integrity of process/utility systemsIdentification of need, application and specification of steam traps and liquid drainersEstimating mechanical/piping construction quantities from conceptual documentsKnowledge of other disciplines deliverable development to ensure coordination of design effortsKnowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all mechanical deliverablesAbility to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasksAbility to develop a construction cost estimate, a detailed engineering schedule and a man-hour budget for a small project or an area for a larger projectAbility to determine construction material quantitiesKnowledge and ability to apply company engineering design and CAD drafting standardsAbility to lead a small team to deliver on commitmentsProficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and OutlookExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenExcellent presentation skillsVirtual team skills and cross divisional relationships are developed, and able to provide interoffice execution leadership and supportAbility to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of timeProfessional Engineering registration is highly preferredBenefitsPaid holidaysPersonal paid time offMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceDisability insurance401(k)Other benefits to eligible TeammatesCompany OverviewDice is the go-to career marketplace for tech professionals. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Drachten, Friesland, NLD, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.or-quest.nl/.