Engineer I Mechanical

About the Role

Zachry Group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to support power generation, heavy industrial, or process facility projects for its Omaha Design Center. This role involves working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team on the planning, design, procurement, and construction of mechanical systems and equipment for new and existing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and specification of mechanical systems and equipment for power generation and industrial facilities.
• Support the preparation of equipment specifications, data sheets, and inquiry packages for pumps, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, tanks, piping systems, and other mechanical equipment.
• Assist with equipment procurement activities, including vendor document reviews and technical evaluations under the guidance of senior engineering staff.
• Review vendor drawings and technical documentation for compliance with project requirements, codes, industry standards, and engineering specifications.
• Assist in the development of technical scopes of work, engineering calculations, studies, and design documentation.
• Coordinate with project teams, including process, civil, structural, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.
• Support the preparation and review of engineering deliverables such as equipment layouts, P&IDs, and mechanical design packages.
• Conduct site visits and field walkdowns to gather information, verify existing conditions, and support project development activities.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, technical reports, and vendor documentation.
• Develop familiarity with applicable engineering codes, standards, company procedures, and client requirements.
• Support project schedule, budget, quality, and safety objectives under the direction of experienced engineering staff.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 0-2 years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Understanding of fundamental mechanical engineering principles and engineering design practices.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, or undergraduate research experience supporting power generation, industrial, or process facility projects.
• Familiarity with mechanical equipment commonly used in industrial facilities, including pumps, heat exchangers, tanks, pressure vessels, and piping systems.
• EIT certification or progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Physical Requirements

• Communication: Must be able to communicate in person, via telephone, email, video chat, and software systems.
• Site Visits: Position requires visits to construction sites and industrial facilities, necessitating mobility (on ground and at heights) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves, and work boots.
• Work Environment: May include offices, warehouses, trailers, or buildings on active construction sites. Construction site noise levels can range from moderate to high. Exposure to light- to heavy-duty equipment, vehicles, industrial equipment, construction materials, communication devices, and hand or power tools. Must be able to safely navigate and function in dynamic construction and industrial environments while maintaining awareness of surrounding activities and hazards.