Mechanical Engineer, Knoxville
Listed on 2026-01-19
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
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Knoxville, TN
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure;
Nuclear, Security & Environmental;
Energy;
Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
The Knoxville Engineering Office is the engineering execution center for Bechtel’s Nuclear, Security, & Environmental business line, providing engineering design development and support to multiple large complex projects. Projects executed out of this office are primarily large government works throughout various sectors, including DOD and DOE.
Job Summary:As a Mechanical Engineer, this position will support the design of Mechanical systems and equipment by preparing calculations (line and pump sizing, design pressure/temperature, vessel/tank sizing, equipment sizing, pressure safety valve sizing, etc.), drawings (P&IDs), engineering studies, engineering specifications, equipment data sheets, and evaluations, in accordance with applicable procedures, codes, standards, and contract requirements. The successful candidate must have strong organizational and teamwork skills, proven problem-solving skills, can-do attitude, and the desire to innovate designs.
This role will be based in Knoxville, TN with periodic business travel, as required.
Major Responsibilities:- Prepare design and procurement documents including but not limited to P&IDs, supporting calculations, data sheets, engineering specifications, and material requisitions
- Prepare specifications and data sheets for unique, requirement driven equipment, perform as the technical representative for the associated purchase order or subcontract, review vendor submittals, and manage the selected supplier’s technical performance
- Evaluates, selects, and applies standard mechanical engineering methods, techniques, procedures, and criteria to support engineering design decisions
- Designs, develops, modifies, and evaluates mechanical components and processes utilizing relevant Engineering Department Procedures (EDPs), design standards and guides, and Bechtel Standard Application Programs (BSAPs)
- Coordinates mechanical engineering efforts in assigned areas with specialty groups, engineering disciplines, the client, vendor, contractors, construction and other functional groups
- Prepares conceptual studies, designs, reports, or proposals
- Provides technical assistance to other mechanical personnel and interacts with project functions, the customer, and regulatory agency personnel in the resolution of complex regulatory issues and industry codes and standards
- Assists project and construction management in identifying and complying with project mechanical requirements and in addressing issues as they arise during project execution
- Prepares mechanical engineering reports for clients as required
- Completes mechanical documentation and procedures for installation and maintenance
- Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability
- Apply knowledge of industry, and regulatory guides, codes, and standards.
- Complete quality engineering task assignments within budget and on schedule.
- Support and implement the Bechtel Quality Culture in day-to-day work activities.
- Level 1:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or related Engineering discipline and a minimum of 1 years of relevant professional work experience. - Level 2:
Requires a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or related Engineering discipline and a…
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