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Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Senior Mechanical Designer

Design EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBirmingham, AL, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate degree in Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD), or a related field is preferred.
  • A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology is preferred.
  • At least 10 years of relevant mechanical design experience is required.
  • Significant experience supporting EPC, power generation, renewable energy, transmission, substation, or industrial infrastructure projects is required.
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex mechanical design efforts and coordinating multidisciplinary projects is required.
  • Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) is required.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment layouts, industrial piping systems, pipe routing and supports, plot plans and facility layouts, mechanical installation practices, construction sequencing and constructability, and EPC project workflows and documentation standards is required.
  • Familiarity with piping stress analysis concepts, laser scanning and point cloud modeling, and 3D design and clash detection workflows is required.
  • The role requires the ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods; travel periodically for field verification, construction support, and client meetings; and work in active industrial and construction environments as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of mechanical design packages for power generation, renewable energy, battery energy storage system, transmission, substation, and industrial infrastructure projects.
  • Develop and coordinate equipment arrangement drawings, general arrangement plans, mechanical equipment layouts, piping layouts and routing, pipe support details, isometric drawings, plot plans, mechanical installation details, and utility and process piping systems.
  • Create accurate, constructible design deliverables based on engineering calculations, specifications, and project requirements.
  • Support projects through conceptual design, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
  • Perform field verification and incorporate existing conditions into project designs.
  • Coordinate with mechanical engineers, project managers, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Interface with civil, structural, process, electrical, instrumentation, and construction disciplines to integrate designs.
  • Review vendor drawings, equipment submittals, and technical documentation for incorporation into project deliverables.
  • Identify and resolve design conflicts, constructability concerns, and interdisciplinary coordination issues.
  • Support material take-offs, equipment lists, and procurement packages.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Mechanical Designer I, II, III, and IV team members.
  • Review design deliverables for quality, accuracy, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.
  • Assist in establishing and maintaining mechanical drafting standards, design procedures, and best practices.
  • Support training and development initiatives within the mechanical design team.
  • Promote continuous improvement and design excellence across projects.
  • Ensure designs comply with applicable industry codes, standards, and client specifications.
  • Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, and interdisciplinary coordination meetings.
  • Support quality assurance and quality control processes for mechanical design deliverables.
  • Verify that project deliverables meet schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
  • Conduct site visits, field investigations, and existing condition assessments.
  • Support construction by responding to Requests for Information (RFIs), reviewing field changes, and updating design documents.
  • Assist with startup, commissioning, and project closeout activities.
  • Review contractor markups and support preparation of as-built documentation.

Desired Qualifications

  • Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
  • Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and engineering excellence.

About the Company

Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Quanta Services builds, upgrades and repairs the power lines, substations, pipelines and communications networks that utilities, power producers and large energy users rely on. It runs its own training school, Northwest Lineman College, which prepares workers for electric line work at campuses in several states. Quanta works through regional operating companies that handle engineering, construction, storm restoration and routine upkeep for their customers. Clients pay under long-term master service agreements for ongoing work and under fixed-price or cost-based contracts for large projects. Quanta was founded in 1997 by combining four electrical contractors and is based in Houston, Texas.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1997

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