Senior Mechanical Engineer - Power Generation
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
Overview
Kimley-Horn is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of experience to join the DFW, Texas (TX) office!
Responsibilities- Prepare cost estimates, project work plans, and schedules, and perform work that requires independent judgment in evaluating, selecting, adapting, and modifying standard engineering methods and criteria.
- Provide guidance, technical direction, and mentorship to junior team members.
- Maintain regular communication and coordination with clients and external partners.
- Lead mechanical engineering efforts for natural gas and coal‑fired power generation projects.
- Design and support systems related to Air Quality Control and Effluent Limitation Guidelines.
- Perform comprehensive piping system design, including pipe and valve selection/sizing, material selection (fittings, gaskets, etc.), pipe routing, and pipe support design.
- Develop and review P&IDs to ensure accurate representation of system components and operation.
- Conduct mechanical equipment condition assessments and perform lifecycle cost analyses.
- Design plumbing systems for sanitary and potable water applications.
- Engineer pumping and piping systems for a variety of fluids and gases, including blowers, steam, and compressed air.
- Select and size tanks and vessels to meet project and process requirements.
- Specify and coordinate instrumentation selection and placement for pumps, tanks, and vessels.
- You will work closely and collaboratively with other industry-leading professionals, various jurisdictions, and contractors.
- 10+ years of relevant engineering design experience
- Professional Engineering (P.E.) License
- Experience with task management, concept design, and assisting project management tasks
- Familiar with coordinating with clients, attending client meetings, and overseeing quality standards
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees.
We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage:
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options. - Time Off:
Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays. - Financial Wellness:
Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses. - Professional Development:
Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs. - Family-Friendly Benefits:
New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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