Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Locations


US-PA-Pittsburgh (Moon Township)

Category


Mechanical Engineering

Type


Full-Time

Overview

Civil and Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer looking to work on complex, high-impact projects that shape the future of manufacturing and infrastructure. Join CEC's Manufacturing Infrastructure Services (MIS) Group and play a key role in designing state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, oil & gas operations, water treatment systems, and power generation projects.

In this role, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve technical challenges, guide project execution, and help clients capitalize on emerging technologies. You'll have the opportunity to lead meaningful projects from concept through completion while mentoring the next generation of engineering talent.

At CEC, you'll find more than just a job. You'll find a collaborative team, opportunities for growth, and a culture that values innovation, ownership, and professional development.

As a 100% employee-owned firm, CEC offers a unique opportunity to build long-term wealth while gaining increased responsibility in project delivery, client communication, mentoring, and business development activities. If you're looking for diverse project experience, greater ownership, and a clear path toward project management and leadership, CEC provides the resources, mentorship, and support to help you continue growing your career.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader and trusted advisor for mechanical design projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development of mechanical engineering solutions for industrial and manufacturing facilities
• Apply extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering codes, standards, and best practices
• Perform mechanical and piping system design
• Complete engineering calculations, including HVAC equipment selection and pipe sizing
• Develop P&IDs and Block Flow Diagrams
• Establish design criteria and technical specifications for projects
• Prepare equipment and system specifications
• Provide quality review and oversight of mechanical designs prepared by team members
• Serve as the primary mechanical engineering contact for project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary design teams
• Mentor and train junior engineers and designers
• Coordinate project requirements with civil, structural, electrical, and process engineering teams
• Develop engineering labor estimates for proposals and project planning
• Participate in client meetings, site visits, and project reviews

What We Offer

• Sign-on bonus available for eligible candidates
• 100% employee-owned firm with access to ownership opportunities beginning within your first year
• Competitive compensation with multiple income streams, including performance bonuses and employee ownership
• 55% of company profits distributed back to employees through bonuses
• Flexible and hybrid work schedule options
• Diverse portfolio of commercial, industrial, institutional, energy, and renewable energy projects
• Comprehensive benefits beginning on day one, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match beginning the first of the month following your start date
• Collaborative environment that supports mentorship, technical development, leadership growth, and career advancement
• Access to on-site amenities including a fitness center, cafe, recreation areas, and employee events

Pittsburgh Office Perks

Our Pittsburgh headquarters offers a workplace designed to support connection, wellness, and fun:

• Full-service fitness center
• On-site cafe serving breakfast and lunch
• Recreation areas featuring ping pong, pool, cornhole, and pickleball
• Annual summer picnic, themed happy hours, and team-building events
• Community involvement opportunities, including trail workdays, pollinator garden maintenance, and charity fundraising events

We take pride in fostering a culture where employees can build rewarding careers while making lasting connections with their colleagues and community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience with heavy industrial, manufacturing, process, or similar facilities
• Professional Engineering License (P.E.) required
• Strong working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards, including ANSI, ASME, IBC, ISO, and NFPA
• Experience performing mechanical system design and engineering calculations
• Proficiency with mechanical engineering design software
• Demonstrated experience leading project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering efforts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to conduct field investigations and site visits
• Willingness to travel approximately 10%

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record . We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community - focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite - focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA - focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women - focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you - that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS

If CEC has not expressly requested recruiting services or contractually engaged with you for recruiting services on a specific position, any resumes or candidate profiles sent to CEC shall be considered unsolicited. Therefore, any such submissions will be considered property of CEC, with no associated fees due to your firm.