Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Harris Group thrives on providing expert engineering for some of today's most complex challenges. We are creative in our approach by delivering multi-discipline services across a wide range of project types.

We work on the most challenging projects ranging from transportation hubs and aviation to composite manufacturing. Our successes are directly related to high-quality collaboration, across all offices, expertise, and background.

Harris Group is a 100% Employee-Owned company with our eyes focused on the people in the company, the clients we serve, and the communities in which we live.

Come join a Great Place to Work® Certified™ company!

Harris Group is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Charleston, SC office. Harris Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and a friendly, flexible, collaborative culture that values and supports professional development.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for providing professional engineering expertise to our industrial projects that seek to positively impact both the community and the environment.

They will have the opportunity to work on innovative designs for industrial facilities and will see diverse projects through development, detailed design and construction support.

The Mechanical Engineer will work primarily on projects within the aerospace, industrial manufacturing, chemical / process, energy, and renewable energy sectors.

Additional projects may include work on projects within life sciences, air and seaports, commercial development, and other business sectors.

The Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical resource on complex designs and advance engineering theories, concepts, principles, and processes.
• Interface with clients including meetings, presentations and field investigation.
• Perform mechanical design, working with other members of the mechanical staff, and coordinate with other disciplines on specific projects.
• Prepare design calculations and documentation that support the project design basis.
• Prepare mechanical drawings, using designers or drafters as needed..
• Coordinate design with vendor supplied equipment.
• Prepare equipment layouts and general arrangements.
• Prepare construction bid packages and construction specifications.
• Assist in preparation and presentation of proposals, including scope of services and fee estimate.
• Support business development activities.

The Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) required.

• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering techniques commonly used in industrial capital projects.
• Prior experience with engineering consulting services.
• Experience with building mechanical systems design including HVAC, plumbing and fire protection.
• Experience with process system design and equipment specification including pumps, fans, heat exchangers, cooling towers, boilers, chillers, conveyors, and air handlers.
• Ability to identify, interpret and apply relevant codes and standards to engineering designs.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and constructors.
• Proficient with MSOffice suite.
• Experience with AutoCAD, and Revit. CADWorx a plus.
• Knowledge of Caesar (preferred) or Autopipe pipe stress software, desired.
• Knowledge of PIPE-FLO preferred.
• Experience with Trane or Carrier HVAC load calculation software preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel to an off-site location and / or accept client site assignments when required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Harris Group provides a competitive compensation and benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.

Drug Free Workplace

Harris Group, Inc. is a 100% drug free workplace. For the safety of our employees, customers, and our customer's facilities, we do a pre-employment drug test and may require random testing to meet specific client needs.

Please note that Marijuana, even if prescribed by a physician OR allowed under a state law regulating Marijuana, remains illegal under federal law and is against Harris Group's policy.

We look forward to receiving your application!