Engineer I Mechanical Design -- 4P/776

Job Description

Job Description

Position: Engineer I – Mechanical Design 

Location: Atlanta, Ga 30339
Duration: 1 Year

Client: Southern Company Services

Job Summary

Southern Company Services is seeking an  Engineer I to support mechanical engineering design and construction activities for power generation and industrial facilities. This entry-level engineering position is ideal for candidates with 0–5 years of experience who have hands-on experience with  mechanical drawing walkdowns, P&ID markups, and CAD drafting . The selected candidate will assist with engineering design, construction packages, material estimates, and contractor oversight while ensuring compliance with Southern Company engineering standards and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

·       Apply engineering principles to support the design and construction of power generation and industrial projects.

·       Perform field walkdowns and mark up  mechanical drawings and P&IDs to reflect existing conditions and design changes.

·       Develop and revise  mechanical P&IDs using CAD software .

·       Prepare engineering calculations, construction packages, specifications, and material estimates.

·       Develop design alternatives and support project planning activities.

·       Review contractor engineering packages and perform quality assurance reviews.

·       Support construction and maintenance teams during project execution.

·       Utilize engineering software and CAD applications to develop technical documentation.

·       Ensure compliance with Southern Company engineering standards, safety requirements, and industry regulations.

·       Collaborate with engineering, operations, contractors, and vendors to deliver successful projects.

Required Qualifications

·       Bachelor's degree in  Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline from an accredited university.

·       0–5 years of engineering experience in power generation, heavy industrial, or related industries.

·       Experience performing  field walkdowns and marking up mechanical drawings and P&IDs .

·       Experience using  CAD software to create and modify  mechanical P&IDs .

·       Basic understanding of engineering design, construction, and maintenance processes.

·       Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

·       Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

·       Experience in  power generation , heavy industrial, manufacturing, or utility environments.

·       Familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD Plant 3D, or similar CAD platforms.

·       Experience supporting construction, maintenance, or plant engineering projects.

·       EIT (Engineer in Training) certification is a plus.

Preferred Skills

Mechanical Engineering • P&IDs • CAD • AutoCAD • Mechanical Design • Engineering Drawings • Field Walkdowns • Power Generation • Heavy Industrial • Construction Support • Material Estimating • Quality Assurance • Technical Documentation • Plant Engineering • Safety Standards