Mechanical Process Engineer

Mechanical Process Engineer

Own high-impact EPC projects from design through execution. Gain visibility, autonomy, and growth on $100M+ capital projects.

Our client is a privately held EPCM firm that delivers complex industrial and manufacturing projects, giving employees exposure to the full project lifecycle and opportunities to make a visible impact. With a collaborative environment, diverse project portfolio, and entrepreneurial culture, professionals are empowered to take ownership of their work and accelerate their careers.

Job Description

• Support process engineering projects from concept through startup and commissioning.
• Develop engineering calculations, process designs, and technical documentation including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications, and design basis documents.
• Perform equipment sizing and selection for pumps, vessels, heat exchangers, control valves, and related process systems.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and contractors to deliver practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Provide on-site support during construction, installation, commissioning, and startup activities at the project site.
• Troubleshoot process issues, evaluate system performance, and identify opportunities to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Conduct field investigations and gather operational data to support process improvements and capital projects.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, standards, client requirements, and engineering best practices.
• Build strong client relationships while contributing to successful project execution and long-term business growth.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• B.S. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in the consumer products industry preferred.
• Experience in leading or executing process designs in the form of engineering calculations documented on PFD's, P&ID's, general arrangement drawings, specifications, design basis, and associated lists.
• Knowledge of typical chemicals and fluids used in consumer products applications, interactions with materials of construction, and proper design considerations.
• Fluency with AutoCAD and Fathom.
• Understanding of fluid control valves and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with specification and sizing of pumps, heat exchangers, vessels, and other process equipment.
• Great customer relationship skills/management experience.
• Preferably on-site, in plant, and startup experience

What's on Offer

• Hourly pay ranging from $70 to $90 USD.
• Per diem included and/or expenses for travel
• Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Long-term contract opportunity with contract-to-hire intent after 6-12 months; based on performance and project needs.
• Overtime paid at 1.5x, with strong potential for additional hours during peak project phases.
• Opportunity to work in a key role within the energy and natural resources sector.
• Opportunity to travel to project sites nationwide supporting major power delivery projects, with all travel expenses covered.
• Work on high-impact transmission and substation infrastructure projects supporting grid modernization and reliability initiatives across the U.S.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
• Join a firm consistently recognized as a "Top Place to Work" for five consecutive years, known for its collaborative engineering culture and commitment to employee development

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Mechanical Process Engineer, apply today!

Job Summary

Sector Power & Energy Sub Sector Mechanical Design Engineer Industry Energy & Natural Resources Location Salt Lake City Contract Type Temporary