Mechanical Engineer

Description
Your role at GEI.
GEI's Mechanical engineering group needs staff to support its growing client base and is seeking an associate to senior level Mechanical Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to join our team. The successful candidate must have excellent academic credentials and a strong desire to work on a broad range of small to larger size projects related to water resources from planning to final design, construction engineering support, and start-up. Design experience and strong interest with hydro-plants and water control gate and valving systems is desired. The ideal candidate will have experience with CAD design, analytical modeling and other engineering software and will possess the skills needed to apply such tools when completing the various phases of projects from conceptual planning and analysis, through final design. Candidate must have experience in analyzing project needs, the ability to develop concepts and designs, and work with a team of design engineers in successfully completing projects. The ideal candidate will also possess the skills below along with excellent organizational and communications skills and the ability to work closely with other engineers, technical staff, and client representatives.
Essential Responsibilities & Duties
Experience to perform work as described below are desired. Broad range of projects including:

• Mechanical engineering and analysis with an emphasis in water resources related projects.
• Site development
• Technical specification writing
• Construction Engineering Support
• Experience or desire to work in developing and understanding piping and instrumentation diagrams.
• Use of or experience in Revit or other 3D design software is a plus.
• Ability to convert field information and work with a team to produce final design drawings.
• Prepare and evaluate project construction cost estimates and alternatives.
• Proven ability to work with various engineers on multiple discipline projects.
• Preparation of technical memos, reports, and construction specifications.
• Construction Experience including Field Observation of Administrative Tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant field.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) is preferred but will consider. candidates with other engineering degrees and related experience or interests.
• Strong interest or design experience with pumping, and water systems.
• GPS, GIS and 3D design software training or experience is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability and desire to obtain Professional Engineer license is preferred.

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GEI's Total Rewards Package

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Pay Range For This Position: $53.00 - $65.00/hour
• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and More
• Well-Being Program and Paid Parental Leave
• Commuter Benefits
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here )
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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WORK ENVIRONMENT
Functional Demands:
Sedentary
Light
x
Medium
Other
Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)
Physical Activity Requirements
Occasional
(0-35% of day)
Frequent
(33-66% of day)
Continuous
(67-100% of day)
Not Applicable
Sitting
4-6 hours
Standing
2 hours
Walking
2 hours
Climbing
30 min.
Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)
20lbs
Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)
20lbs
Carrying objects
x
Push/pull
x
Twisting
x
Bending
10 min
Reaching forward
10 min
Reaching overhead
10 min
Squat/kneel/crawl
10 min
Wrist position deviation
x
Pinching/fine motor skills
x
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
4-6 hours
Taste or smell (taste=never)
x
Talk or hear
x
Accurate 20/40
Very Accurate 20/20
Not Applicable
Near Vision
x
Far Vision
x
Yes
No
Not Applicable
Color Discrimination
x
Sensory Requirements
Minimal
Moderate
Accurate
Not Applicable
Depth perception
x
Hearing
x
Environment Requirements
Occupational Exposure Risk Potential
Reasonably Anticipated
Not Anticipated
Blood borne pathogens
x
Chemical
x
Airborne communicable diseases
x
Extreme temperatures
x
Radiation
x
Uneven surfaces or elevations
x
Extreme noise levels
x
Dust/particular matter
x
Other (exposure risks):
Usual workday hours :
8
x
10
12
Other work hours
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