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Staff Mechanical Specialist - Power Generation

Advantage Technical
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 9/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/15/2026

Staff Mechanical Specialist - Power Generation

Direct Hire | $160,000 - $190,000 | Hybrid Available

Join a leading engineering team supporting power generation projects across Texas, Tennessee, Florida, and Louisiana. We are seeking an experienced Staff Mechanical Specialist with a strong background in power plants, thermal systems, and mechanical equipment design. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex power generation projects involving rotating and fixed equipment while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead mechanical design and equipment selection for power generation facilities.
  • Perform equipment sizing calculations and develop technical specifications.
  • Design and review P&IDs, PFDs, and mechanical system documentation.
  • Support the selection of boilers, condensers, cooling towers, pumps, tanks, blowers, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and related equipment.
  • Review vendor drawings, bids, and technical submittals.
  • Conduct plant site visits and gather operational data.
  • Ensure designs comply with ASME, API, TEMA, and other applicable industry standards.
  • Collaborate with clients, project teams, and other engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
  • 7 years of experience in mechanical, thermal, or process design within the power generation industry.
  • Experience with power plant equipment, process systems, and engineering design calculations.
  • Working knowledge of Thermoflow, PIPE-FLO, Fathom, Impulse, or similar engineering software.
  • Strong understanding of rotating equipment, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, pumps, turbines, and related systems.
  • Excellent communication and technical leadership skills.
  • FE certification or progress toward PE licensure is a plus.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Commuter/Parking Accounts
  • AD&D Insurance
  • People Perks Program
About Us

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Advantage Technical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Advantage Technical offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.


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Salary : $160,000 - $190,000

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