Associate Mechanical Engineer (Mechanical and Instrumentation Engineering)

Job Summary

The Associate Mechanical Engineer performs professional-level mechanical and process engineering work supporting complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Reporting to a Senior Engineer, this role involves hands-on design, technical analysis, project planning, and coordination within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Assignments focus on mechanical and instrumentation systems across treatment facilities, pumping plants, pipelines, hydropower facilities, buildings, and related infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical and Process Design

• Conduct site investigations and collaborate with internal stakeholders
• Prepare mechanical and process design drawings, specifications, and calculations
• Design and analyze systems such as pumps, piping, valves, chemical systems, HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical equipment
• Perform engineering analyses including hydraulic analysis, pump and valve sizing, and ventilation calculations

Computer Software Applications

• Use 2D and 3D computer-aided design tools for mechanical and process design
• Apply engineering software for scheduling, hydraulic modeling, and spreadsheet-based economic and technical analyses

Technical Support

• Respond to requests for field inspections, evaluations, and engineering calculations
• Provide technical support to engineering, operations, and maintenance teams
• Review contractor and vendor submittals for technical compliance

Project Planning and Management

• Define project objectives, scope, cost estimates, feasibility, and schedules
• Coordinate project resources and prepare supporting documentation
• Support project development, control, and interdisciplinary coordination

Written Communication

• Prepare clear and accurate engineering reports, memoranda, and correspondence
• Communicate technical information to diverse audiences including engineers, operations staff, agencies, and the public

Oral Communication

• Participate in and lead meetings
• Present technical proposals, reports, and recommendations to a wide range of stakeholders

 Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in an ABET-accredited mechanical or related engineering program or a California Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate
• Four years of professional mechanical or related engineering experience following degree completion
• Active California Professional Mechanical Engineer (PE) license
• Valid drivers license with a satisfactory driving record
• Ability to perform field inspections and site work requiring physical agility
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered when supported by documented evidence demonstrating the required level of responsibility and technical expertise.

Oakland, California, United States

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