Mechanical Engineer - Bulk Material Handling

Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Junior to Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer to join our Brazil team. This position will prepare engineering work involving design, construction, and execution of mechanical projects. They will also assist during the inspection and research to ensure adherence to law and the standards of good engineering practices.

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors, and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. The firm is currently ranked Engineering News Record #1 for Marine & Port Facilities and Top 20 for Transportation.

Summary

Prepares engineering work involving mechanical design, with proficiency in CAD, construction, and execution of mechanical projects. Assists during the inspection and research to ensure adherence to law and the standards of good engineering practices.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Prepares a variety of designs from bulk material, hydraulic modeling and analysis of oil & gas transmission systems, waterfront facilities such as marinas, container terminals, marine oil terminals, pump stations, and utility (water/sewer/stormwater) systems projects.
• Prepares equipment/materials specification, calculation, data sheets, drawing reviews, and material handling equipment construction/configuration.
• Designs other projects such as piping to support liquid bulk terminal and utilities, which will include piping design using either Plant 3D or PDS preferred.
• Assists with condition assessment inspections for oil & gas and utility infrastructure.
• Completes piping and pipelines stress analysis using CAESAR.
• Prepares design documents (plans and specifications) with an emphasis on utility service design.
• Generates proposals and develops fee estimates for PS&E packages.
• Conducts condition assessment inspections for Energy, Maritime, and utility infrastructure.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; required.
• 4+ years of experience in mechanical engineering design related to bulk material handling.
• Or a minimum of 20 years of experience as a mechanical designer in first-class engineering companies.
• Experience in the design of bulk material handling projects.
• Acknowledgment in developing equipment specifications, calculations, data sheets, drawing reviews, and other documents related to mechanical design.
• Design experience in industrial complexes and/or marine terminals is a plus.
• General understanding of process design, process flow diagram development, and piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) development.
• Experience in piping design and other mechanical equipment.
• Some planning and task management skills.
• AutoCAD, 3D proficiency.
• BIM experience is a plus.
• MicroStation is a plus.
• English – Intermediate level.
• Spanish is a plus.
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post-offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171.

Physical requirements:

Work is generally performed in an office or client office setting. Ability to use standard office equipment is required. Travel will be required.

Moffatt & Nichol’s EEO Statement:

As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We draw from the world’s best and brightest, regardless of geographic, cultural, or institutional background. This approach enables us to better understand and serve our clients, foster innovation, and create a rich, collaborative work environment. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.