Senior Mechanical Engineer (Pyrolysis)
Fort Lupton, CO On-site
$96,000–$144,000 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer based out of our Fort Lupton facility, you’ll be responsible for designing the next generation of pyrolysis technology, implementing and troubleshooting mechanical systems in production, and collaborating with the broader engineering team, including electrical, automation, and manufacturing engineers, as well as fabricators and technicians. This group collaborates to overcome design/build/test challenges and successfully execute commissioning and production handover campaigns. Someone successful in this role will enjoy bringing new designs to life and helping to test and commission their new equipment. This person takes pride in delivering robust mechanical solutions that work in the real world, and loves stepping through the root cause analysis process when systems are not performing as intended. This person also takes an analytical approach to problem solving and is not afraid to step out of their comfort zone when tackling new problems. A great attitude in the face of difficult and fast-paced environments is a must! We have ambitious goals, help us make them possible! This role involves designing new mechanical systems, selecting electromechanical actuators, sensors, pumps, etc. and continually improving on our pyrolysis and biomass processing equipment. You’ll turn wrenches to help bring your designs to life and develop test plans to ensure your systems meet overall design intent. This role will report to the Lead Pyrolysis Engineer based out of Fort Lupton, Colorado.
What you'll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
- Seasoned mechanical design experience (5-8 years)
- CAD knowledge is a must, we use OnShape
- Experience reviewing and releasing detailed fabrication and assembly drawings with a high attention to detail and strong configuration control practices
- Skilled in modes of heat transfer, sensor and actuator selection for robust operations, and building project requirements from ambiguity
- Skilled with basic fabrication techniques and the design principles around them
- Familiarity with piping standards, flange interfaces, gasket selection, and mechanical integration of process systems.
- Hands-on mechanical troubleshooting and assembly experience
- A strong willingness to get your hands dirty and intimately interact with all pyrolysis system components
- Documentation skills that demonstrate your thought process and design process when making improvements
- Skilled with electromechanical systems and design for material handling, think conveyors, pumps, and blowers
- Experience designing mechanical weldment under load and process pressure