Principal Mechanical Engineer

2 weeks ago


Amesbury, Massachusetts, United States Socotec Full time
Job Overview

Company Overview:
SOCOTEC's Specialty Engineering Group excels in delivering sophisticated engineering solutions for our Engineering, Testing, Inspection, and Certification (ETIC) as well as Dispute Resolution projects. Our team's profound expertise in problem-solving is underpinned by extensive knowledge across various engineering and scientific fields, bolstered by rich experience in diverse industries and applications. We pride ourselves on being materials specialists, with a comprehensive understanding of materials specifications, performance, aging, degradation, and failure mechanisms.

Service Areas:
Our core services include:

  • Advanced analysis and fitness-for-service evaluations
  • Root cause failure investigations and materials assessments
  • Non-destructive engineering and testing methodologies
  • Engineering design consultancy
  • Commissioning services

These services are dedicated to ensuring the integrity of built environment assets, including infrastructure, buildings, facilities, and machinery. We are capable of integrating our service areas to deliver comprehensive solutions tailored to our clients' requirements.

Work Environment:
SOCOTEC is honored to be recognized as a Great Place to Work by the esteemed global authority on workplace culture.

Position Responsibilities

This role will report to a Principal or designated staff member within our Specialty Engineering division. The responsibilities will encompass a variety of functions, including but not limited to:

  • Conducting forensic investigations into electrical and mechanical equipment failures
  • Performing analyses of fluid systems
  • Engaging in flow visualization and thermo-hydraulic modeling
  • Executing vibration analysis
  • Validating the structural integrity of mechanical systems and equipment
  • Designing and implementing field and laboratory testing equipment
  • Conducting advanced analyses of equipment, systems, and structures utilizing finite element analysis tools
  • Executing materials engineering evaluations
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
  • 5 to 10 years of experience with knowledge of electrical and mechanical power plant systems, components, and materials, or an advanced engineering degree
  • Familiarity with fluid dynamics analysis and thermohydraulics
  • Understanding of ASME B&PV, AWS, and related codes
  • Experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software (e.g., ANSYS CFX, FLOTRAN, ALGOR)
  • Proficiency in using measurement instruments
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Ability to pass background and drug screenings to obtain necessary security clearances
  • Willingness to travel to customer or project sites as required

Confidentiality Notice:
All information will be maintained confidentially in accordance with EEO guidelines.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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