Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia.
Right now, we're bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources, while helping our customers provide the energy, chemicals and resources that society needs now.
We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets. We solve complex problems by finding integrated data-centric solutions from the first stages of consulting and engineering to installation and commissioning, to the last stages of decommissioning and remediation. Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.

Summary :
This Mechanical lead role will be to lead a small to medium team in engineering, design and troubleshooting a variety of Mechanical Equipment for the onshore, upstream/downstream oil and gas facilities. Will require experience with equipment process systems, in a manner in which equipment is operated, safety system design and code compliance, and with facility troubleshooting as related to oil and gas production. Responsibilities include supervising/coordination with others on a project team, including Owner facility engineers, sizing and specification of Mechanical Equipment, review of the technical quality in all deliverables and providing effective communications during purchasing and manufacturing. This is a Lead position that requires all work to be reviewed for adequacy on completion. Recognized Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or University required; 12 - 15 years of experience within technical engineering, also a minimum of 3 years in a Mechanical Lead role supervising other Mechanical Engineers.

Responsibilities:

• Perform job responsibilities as Lead Mechanical Engineer, leading discipline on a portfolio of Small/Medium projects.
• Ensure adherence to client and/or company specifications, governing codes and standards, and good engineering practice.
• Ensure adherence to client and/or company health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) requirements as well as state and federal regulations.
• Leads the effort in the development of mechanical engineering hour estimates for proposed projects, develop man loading and schedule concurrence.
• Monitor the schedule, ensure that project objectives are met, monitor project controls and engineering execution within the approved budget.
• Responsible for reporting on engineering, design and equipment development/procurement status to the Lead Project Engineer/Manager, and performing monthly or bi-weekly assessments of progress.
• Participate and contribute advanced level development of all phases of project engineering, including Pre-FEED, FEED, detail design and construction support.
• Experienced in Checking processes, equipment system designs and can participation in hazard reviews performed to API.
• Enforces Quality in his/her team.
• Develop the technical content of Mechanical equipment calculations, specifications and data sheets for inquiry and purchase. Ensure these documents are appropriately reviewed, approved, and transmitted.
• Has direct communication with equipment manufacturers and works clarifications to resolution.
• Typical equipment includes Vessels, Heat Exchangers, Fired Equipment, HVAC, Pumps, Compressors. General knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
• Procedure development may include start-up, commissioning, operating and maintenance.
• Coordinate and incorporate client requirements and standards.
• Develop Mechanical Work Plans for the installation of equipment.
• Initiate Project Deviation Notices that impact the mechanical specifications, effort-hour budget and/or schedule.
• Coordinate and cooperate with the Engineers of other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of all information, and to ensure alignment with project requirements and design basis.
• Coordination with Worley Global Integrated Delivery (GID) counterparts to complete deliverables, usually through Worley India offices.
• Initiate and runs status meetings with the mechanical team to discuss project issues, coordinate/plan key milestone efforts, etc.
• Responsible for obtaining cost related information and developing scope of work documents for project estimates (e.g., TIC estimates).

What you will bring
Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements:

• 12+ years of overall technical experience on capital projects from feasibility through construction.
• Minimum of 3 years in a Mechanical Lead role, supervising a medium team of Mechanical Engineers.
• Familiarity with various project phases and the scope/deliverables required.
• Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, OneNote) preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English required.
• Registered Professional Engineering license preferred.
• Ability to travel to live facilities required .
• Frequent travel to Los Angeles area refineries required.
• FCC head replacement experience.
• Working knowledge of Chevron El Segundo specifications required.

Education - Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:

Required:

• Recognized Bachelor's degree.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or University.

Additional Information:

• This role is in California.
• Salary Hourly Range $164,917-$242,525
• Benefits: eligible for PTO, 401k, medical, vision, dental, etc.

Los Angeles

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance."

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.