SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Ellicott City, MARYLAND JOB

REFERENCE ID

26-01706

JOB TYPE:

Direct Placement

LOCATION

Ellicott City, MARYLAND

PAY RATE:

$132000 - $162000

POST DATE:

July 28, 2026 : Our client is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their Energy, Manufacturing & Bioprocessing Business Unit. This full time, direct hire position, will be responsible for engineering, design, coordination, client communications and associated construction administration. This position will be located in their Ellicott City, MD office. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer with their Energy, Manufacturing & Bioprocessing team, you will work in a dynamic multi-discipline environment with other engineering and technical personnel to ensure overall project goals are met. A hybrid work schedule will be supported.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Apply your knowledge in Food & Personal Care, Bioprocessing, Oil & Gas, Chemical, Power, Manufacturing and Industrial and shipbuilding facilities/systems (Conceptual Design). Ensure understanding and compliance with owner's requirements of the facility or corporate standards related to mechanical design. Confirm and review applicable codes and standards such as, but not limited to, the IBC, ASME, API, PIP and NFPA. Establish and document the mechanical systems basis of design and in doing so provide clarification, qualifications and design assumptions regarding relevant design issues. Develop scopes of work based on RFPs and pre-bid meetings with clients. Work with owner and construction management team to validate construction cost and provide value-engineering options as necessary. Interpret scopes-of-work and translate them into executable project plans. Manage project mechanical engineering and design team and oversee all aspects of the mechanical scope related primarily to equipment and piping. Perform and document engineering calculations related to mechanical engineering for the purpose of selecting code compliant systems and equipment. Perform sizing and selection of equipment and systems. Oversee piping group activities related to mechanical equipment, piping and 3D modeling to support mechanical deliverables. Perform pipe stress analysis utilizing software such as CAESAR II, NozzlePro, etc. Work with the project team to design a cohesive, technically acceptable, and optimized piping system. Perform detailed reviews of piping isometrics, piping plans, pipe specifications, P&IDs, and other design documents. Mentor other mechanical engineers and designers.

Construction Support:

Contribute to the preparation of construction documents including drawings, specifications, calculations, and equipment datasheets. Oversee problem solving efforts for field oversights and addressing RFI's. Perform field inspections and review of reports. Work with Project Engineer/Manager to ensure that project schedule will be met, and complete documents provided for each deliverable.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from ABET accredited program required. Twelve (12)+ years industry experience. Registered Professional Engineer licensure. Experience with Design/Build and EPC projects. Experience leading teams of engineers on design projects. Client projects for this position require U.S. Citizenship.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Pipe stress analysis experience utilizing software such as

CAESAR II.

Significant experience designing and installing retrofits and upgrades at manufacturing, industrial, and shipbuilding facilities. HVAC and plumbing design for industrial facilities. Knowledge of ASME B31.3 and

B31.1, ASME

Boiler & Pressure Vessel codes, PIP and API codes. Experience in managing personnel and project engineering. Benefits PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws. Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply. Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.