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REMOTE - Mechanical Engineer - Power Generation

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Waukesha, WI Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

REMOTE Opportunity – Quarterly Travel To Wisconsin Required

Industry: Power Generation / Renewable Energy / Engineering

Contract: 6-12 months, with permanent hire at end of contract

Competitive Pay And Full Benefits Package

Join a dynamic engineering team as a Mechanical Engineer, where you'll lead mechanical design from concept to installation for cutting-edge power and renewable energy projects. Ideal for engineers with a strong background in mechanical systems and a desire to work across the full project lifecycle—from sales support through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and deliver mechanical design packages that meet project and contract specifications.
  • Support early project stages, including conceptual design and tender documentation.
  • Collaborate closely with Electrical Engineers and CAD Designers to coordinate detailed designs.
  • Conduct pressure, temperature, flow, and heat transfer calculations.
  • Create and interpret P&IDs and size absorption chillers.
  • Participate in HAZOP and risk assessments.
  • Provide technical support during installation, commissioning, and testing phases.
  • Interface with clients and stakeholders to resolve engineering issues.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 7 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with experience in power generation (1–25 MW) or renewable natural gas sectors.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Microsoft Project and AutoCAD or similar tools.
  • Strong analytical, planning, and time management skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and adaptability under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional engineering registration (PE or equivalent)
  • Experience in Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems

This is a high-impact role for a mechanical engineer looking to contribute across all phases of technically complex, energy-focused projects. If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to own your work from concept to commissioning, apply today.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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