Lead Mechanical Engineer

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We're bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

This position will be based on site in Greenville, SC.

Summary:

We seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support our projects in the aluminum industry. This position will focus on leading mechanical engineering efforts for large-scale capital projects, ensuring adherence to quality, cost, and schedule targets. You will be responsible for overseeing the mechanical design, layout, and execution of projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements while driving engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical engineering design efforts for aluminum industry projects, including crushing, grinding, material handling, and refining processes.
• Oversee project teams, managing the work of engineers, designers, and drafters, and acting as the lead engineer.
• Develop and implement mechanical engineering strategies, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and customer requirements.
• Prepare and review mechanical design calculations, specifications, material requisitions, and technical bid evaluations.
• Manage and oversee the development of mechanical layouts, ensuring optimal design efficiency and compliance with industry codes and standards.
• Liaise with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure all mechanical engineering deliverables are executed as per project requirements.
• Ensure effective scope definition, progress control, and change management processes across multiple project phases.
• Provide technical expertise in procurement, construction, and commissioning activities, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Monitor project progress and resolve any mechanical engineering issues or problems that arise, providing solutions based on industry best practices.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables meet Worley's high standards, as well as customer and regulatory expectations.
• Lead and mentor junior mechanical engineers, contributing to their development and growth.
• Participate in project reviews, client meetings, and site inspections, providing support and guidance as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 15 years of mechanical engineering experience, with experience in aluminum or similar heavy industries.
• Extensive experience in both greenfield and brownfield EPC/EPCM projects within the aluminum industry.
  Strong understanding of mechanical design, layout engineering, and material handling systems specific to industrial projects.
• Familiarity with mechanical codes and standards applicable to the aluminum industry (ASME, ASTM, etc.).
• Experience using 3D mechanical design software (e.g., Aveva E3D, Smart 3D) and other relevant engineering tools.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and ensuring quality.
• Mechanical Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Arizona or the ability to fast-track obtaining this certification.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Moving forward together

We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.