Lead Mechanical Engineer

Added - 02/02/26 Lead Mechanical Engineer Engineering Newark, Delaware, United States , Delaware | Contract Apply Related Engineering Jobs Civil/Structural Designer Newark , Delaware Manufacturing Engineer Newark , Delaware Senior Piping Designer Newark , Delaware Lead Piping Designer Newark , Delaware Pipe Stress Engineer Newark , Delaware View all jobs in this category Share Print Job Description Technical Staffing Resources is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to work with one of the largest EPC firms in the country. The position is located in Newark, DE and is a contract role.

RESPONSIBILITES

Early project planning and coordination while handling two to three small to mid-cap sized projects with ability to quickly provide engineering work hour estimates and risk memos. Develop and manage the preparation, review and checking of mechanical specification packages in accordance with Client requirements and industry best practices. Manage and successfully influence the entire procurement life cycle while working closely with all disciplines. Ability to effectively manage building services groups such as Fire Protection, HVAC and plumbing as a work group lead. Managing development of complex multi-discipline Construction packages including diagrams, drawings, equipment schedules, details, and Scopes of Work. Maintain positive relationships with clients, vendors, and contractors in a professional manner. Track Project Scope and Schedule and notify project manager of deviation from original design, budget, or schedule.

REQUIREMENTS

Preferred Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or another related field. 10+ years (minimum) of experience in the EPC industry or chemical / biofuels operating companies. Will consider experience with chemical site team or project engineering backgrounds in related industries.

Operations / Maintenance

and Reliability experience is a plus. Professional Engineering License (P.E.) is preferred. Proven experience with any of the following core areas: Broad experience with any chemical's technologies and / or biofuels experience. Heat transfer technology and equipment such as boilers, heat exchangers, char boilers, gasification, mechanical vapor recompression systems etc. Large complex packaged equipment systems such as thermal oxidizers, cooling towers, process units, plastics handling packages, extruders, material handling packages fro biomass etc. Working knowledge of other engineering disciplines while providing proactive leadership on all interdisciplinary design coordination efforts. Ability to travel as needed to survey client sites. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with supervisory experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Travel to client sites will comply with all KBR and Client Safety Rules, Processes and Procedures Work at client sites may require using and wearing personal protective equipment such as fire-retardant clothing, hearing and eye protection, hard hat and steel-toed boots Work at client sites may require moderate physical exertion including walking to operating areas, ascending/descending stairs, walking the client property This may include climbing ladders, lifting up to 35 lbs., etc.