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Mechanical Engineer Lead
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A Mechanical Engineer researches, designs, develops, constructs, and tests mechanical devices including machines, engines and tools. Works on devices ranging from power generators to household dishwashers to surgical equipment. May specialize in a particular type of machine or tool. May develop new devices or improve existing ones to run more efficiently.
$101,167 / year median in Utah
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Mechanical Engineer Lead
BAE Systems
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Clearfield, Utah
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Consider safety in all aspects of work and design Work with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to perform plant and project engineering. Perform mechanical engineering analyses in areas including steam systems, machine design, stress analysis (FEA), 3D modeling, drafting, GD&T, industrial equipment, thermal/fluid systems, mechatronics, automation, instrumentation, process control, and system integration. Inspect existing facilities, processing machinery, and pipelines to determine integrity and safety; provide recommendations for necessary modifications. Support the development of plans and schedules for all project phases to ensure resource availability. Ensure work is performed according to plans, specifications, and construction best practices while remaining within budget. Create detailed project proposals, scopes of work, and estimates. Review and approve design packages from suppliers and firms, providing constructability input. Execute commissioning plans and maintain all required documentation. Location Why Utah? You've got to see it to believe it! Utah is an amazing state with diverse geography, a unique culture and an exceptional quality of life. We are located north of Salt Lake City at the foot of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. The area offers an incredible range of outdoors pursuits across the seasons including hiking, climbing, hunting, fishing, camping, boating, mountain biking, and world-class skiing at resorts that hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics and is favorably positioned to host the 2034 event. The state is home to five amazing National Parks and an easy drive from two more; Grand Teton and Yellowstone. The Salt Lake City area offers a vast array of cultural activities and businesses including professional sports teams. It is a western states hub for world-class, cutting-edge medical and health care. The Salt Lake International Airport is modernizing and offers easy access to just about anywhere in the world. About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too. Our Commitment to
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Updated 06/2026 Job Description Job Summary Job Description BAE Systems Infrastructure Management Center (IMC) is a cross-functional group of engineers supporting infrastructure-related projects across the company, with a focus on growing into new areas outside the company. We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our team and contribute to the success of our projects. As the IMC Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will be involved with various engineering projects, including equipment and facility engineering assessments, requirements generation, and equipment design efforts. You will work on a range of projects, including but not limited to plant modernization, weapons storage modernization, energetics, and research opportunities within the Department of War (DoW) and Department of Energy (DoE). Your expertise will help drive business growth, reduce costs, and enhance our capabilities in infrastructure and engineering. The Role The Principal Senior Mechanical Engineer performs one or more of the following functions:Consider safety in all aspects of work and design Work with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to perform plant and project engineering. Perform mechanical engineering analyses in areas including steam systems, machine design, stress analysis (FEA), 3D modeling, drafting, GD&T, industrial equipment, thermal/fluid systems, mechatronics, automation, instrumentation, process control, and system integration. Inspect existing facilities, processing machinery, and pipelines to determine integrity and safety; provide recommendations for necessary modifications. Support the development of plans and schedules for all project phases to ensure resource availability. Ensure work is performed according to plans, specifications, and construction best practices while remaining within budget. Create detailed project proposals, scopes of work, and estimates. Review and approve design packages from suppliers and firms, providing constructability input. Execute commissioning plans and maintain all required documentation. Location Why Utah? You've got to see it to believe it! Utah is an amazing state with diverse geography, a unique culture and an exceptional quality of life. We are located north of Salt Lake City at the foot of the beautiful Wasatch Mountains. The area offers an incredible range of outdoors pursuits across the seasons including hiking, climbing, hunting, fishing, camping, boating, mountain biking, and world-class skiing at resorts that hosted the 2002 Winter Olympics and is favorably positioned to host the 2034 event. The state is home to five amazing National Parks and an easy drive from two more; Grand Teton and Yellowstone. The Salt Lake City area offers a vast array of cultural activities and businesses including professional sports teams. It is a western states hub for world-class, cutting-edge medical and health care. The Salt Lake International Airport is modernizing and offers easy access to just about anywhere in the world. About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too. Our Commitment to