Mechanical Engineer

Description

Perform all routine mechanical engineering calculations. Perform mechanical engineering duties; plan, design, and oversee the equipment and materials selection for industrial projects. Develop engineering details into equipment specifications, requests for proposal and a final design. Gather, analyze, interpret, act upon, and pass on all pertinent project data. Maintain an informational database on all pertinent equipment information. Coordinate with structural, electrical, and chemical disciplines during the engineering for design-build projects. Review designers’ drawings. Develop subcontractor bid packages for piping, millwrights, insulation, etc. Perform periodic site visits to verify subcontractor conformance to drawings and specifications. Coordinate with site superintendent to address construction questions and issues. Perform cost estimating and create proposal documents for the mechanical scope of potential projects. Assist with equipment commissioning and startup as required. Coordinate with equipment vendors to solicit quotes and generate equipment purchase orders. Be aware of all safety, health, and environmental issues that impact the project and all personnel. Chemical/process engineering applicants may also be considered for this position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES − Ability to comprehend and perform calculations related to heat and mass transfer, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics − Coordinate with equipment vendors to specify and procure equipment − Utilize engineering knowledge for project management; estimate timelines and schedules; anticipate risks and costs related to the technical aspects of the project − Provide overall strategy and technical solutions as warranted for project challenges in the mechanical engineering scope of work − Manages project plans including cost estimates, timelines, and blueprints; interpret and recommend changes to plans − Manages projects regularly to ensure successful completion on time and on budget − Perform detailed engineering, specification preparation, engineered equipment and material procurement, and on occasion, manages the work of a subcontracted engineer or consultant − Perform engineering studies to determine the best course of action to take to resolve a particular problem or select a particular process or piece of equipment − Completion of feasibility studies and economic assessment of process/project alternatives − Development of equipment layouts, piping layouts, construction packages, and occasionally PFDs and P&IDs − Coordinate with and communicate pertinent information in a timely manner to other departments (i.e., electrical, structural, process, accounting, drafting, etc.) − Answer technical inquiries, make technical recommendations, provide process and equipment troubleshooting, improve mechanical engineering tools, and develop process procedures − Provide front end and detailed engineering for minor and major capital projects − Review general project objectives and establish engineering requirements for the whole project or major system. This involves interpretation, definition of scope, and development of concepts − Ability to plan, develop, coordinate, and direct the engineering effort for the major system(s) of a large complex project or for a total project of moderate scope − Identify and assess improvement opportunities which will add value − Identify and participate in the evaluation of new technological developments and processes for feasibility and cost effectiveness − Assist operations training by presenting technical details to plant staff − Continue to grow technically by enhancing job skills − Build and maintain good relationships with NBB Partners and Affiliates − Must be available to travel and work more than standard hours when necessary − Participate and attend staff training, programs, and other training sessions − Utilize software and other available tools proficiently and effectively − Perform additional duties as directed or assigned − Minimum B.S. Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering required KNOWLEDGE BASED SKILLS − Microsoft Office Products − Adobe Acrobat Professional or Bluebeam Revu − Document Tracking Database − Excellent verbal, written and computer communication and technical skills − Superior organizational skills and the ability to multi-task − Ability to work independently with minimum instruction − Ability to maintain accurate records

Skills

Design, Mechanical, Mechanical engineering, Piping Layout, bluebeam, Engineering, Drafting, Hvac

Top Skills Details

Design,Mechanical,Mechanical engineering,Piping Layout,bluebeam

Additional Skills & Qualifications

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sioux Falls, SD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sioux Falls,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.