Functional Title Principal Mechanical Engineer
Recruitment Category Type Standard
Functional Category Engineering & Construction
Grade EG.16
FLSA Status Exempt
Requisition Number 24-0258
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Level Non-Management
Job Code N/A
Job Description Summary
Organization Name Engineering & Environmental Services
Reports to Section Manager, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
Full or Part Time Full Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or Temporary Regular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Position Location Laurel
General Summary
The Principal Mechanical Engineer performs principal level mechanical engineering work in the field, plant, and/or office with greater skill, independence, broader technical, administrative and managerial knowledge to ensure good engineering practices are used. This individual has a wide latitude for independent decision making consistent with sound engineering practices.
- Essential Functions
- Participates in the formulation of long-range programs for improvement in the mechanical systems for WSSC Water
- Creates programs and designs for a variety of Commission projects
- Directs the work of junior mechanical engineers and other employees in design and program tasks
- Performs and/or directs the preparation and review of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents as needed
- Consults with various departments of the Commission on mechanical equipment design, operational and maintenance issues
- Confers with local, governmental, and private officials on mechanical engineering issues and studies
- Prepares cost estimates for mechanical engineering sections on special projects
- Prepares complex mechanical engineering studies and investigations and produces final engineering reports
- Attends necessary meetings and some government hearings as needed
- Performs mentoring of junior mechanical engineering staff
- Develops mechanical design documents for inclusion in the Commission’s Design Manual, Facility Guide Books and other documents
- Drives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water business
Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned.
Work Environment And Physical Demands Position is a combination of field and office work.
- Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering
- Ability to plan and direct the work of professional engineers, other engineering personnel and administrative personnel
- Ability to apply engineering knowledge of specific administrative, professional, technical, and field problems
- Ability to prepare and effectively present highly technical and complex engineering reports and estimates both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work as a project team member; good professional engineering judgment
- Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 6+ years of experience in the practice of professional mechanical engineering,
- 1+ year(s) in planning and directing difficult senior mechanical engineering projects
- Additional Requirements
- Registration as a Professional Engineer in Maryland. If candidate has PE license in another state, candidate must obtain Maryland registration within 12 months of hire or transfer
- Possession of a valid driver’s license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver’s permit within 90 days of hire or transfer
- Completion of all safety training as required by WSSC
- Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Preferences
- Minimum of 2 years of mechanical engineering experience with industrial type facilities similar to water and wastewater treatment plants and pump stations
- Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Salary $118,178 - $201,222
EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.
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