Job Description:
Summary:
The person in this position will work with multidisciplinary project teams providing mechanical engineering and related technical expertise in our growing Ann Arbor office. The work will primarily serve heavy industrial clients at oil and gas and/or power generation facilities. Other industries served may include mining, specialty chemicals, and manufacturing. Assignments may include system design related to fluid transfer, HVAC, heat transfer, and plant equipment layout; preparing design/construction drawings and specifications; completing engineering calculations and analyses; sizing and selecting equipment and components; writing technical reports; preparing sketches for system arrangement; developing details of designs; and preparing cost estimates and bid packages. The work may involve short-term, out-of-town assignments.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited university
5+ years of related work experience
Professional Engineer (PE) certification or ability to obtain within one year; Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) if not currently a PE
Familiarity with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office software, and computer simulation modeling
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Willingness to work cooperatively in a project team environment that encourages self-initiative
Demonstrated project organization and management skills
Flexible working style as required to meet deadlines and/or client needs
Possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Legal authorization to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years of working on projects directly related to job responsibilities described above at a consulting engineering or industrial workplace
Background/experience working on industrial construction projects
Client service aptitude and experience
Experience working directly with clients
Proven experience involving pumping/piping systems, gas compression systems, HVAC, dust collection, and/or other relevant mechanical systems
Demonstrated project or task management skills
A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Ann Arbor, Michigan, office.
NOTE: Some work locations will feature the rough terrain typical of construction sites or require lifting or moving field testing equipment. Safety training will be provided prior to being given work assignments on these sites. Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients.
#LI-HybridOpen positions at Barr Engineering do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Barr is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other lawfully protected status.
