Mechanical Engineer-in-Training (Seattle)

KGS Group is seeking a Mechanical Engineer-in-Training to join our office in Bellevue, WA.

About Us

We are KGS Group, an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm serving clients throughout North America. We’re different than traditional engineering firms. We believe a commitment to lasting relationships is just as critical as the expertise applied in our work. To us that means we put our clients and people first. We have the discipline to consistently deliver KGS Quality, never taking the easy way out. We always look closer and dig deeper. And no matter the project, we care enough to do it right.

As an employee-owned company, we’re invested in our work and our people. Working with us means you’ll be part of some of the most interesting projects up and down the west coast. With the extensive, wide-ranging expertise within our company, you’ll have countless opportunities to learn and grow.

The Role

The Mechanical Engineer-in-Training will work to prepare mechanical engineering designs and related documents. You will work on assigned projects under the guidance of Intermediate to Senior level Engineers while collaborating with engineers and designers from other disciplines. Working in a team environment, you will ensure projects are completed within allotted schedules and budgets, and up to high quality standards.

You will gain valuable experience with turbines, gates, and their associated systems, as well as other balance of plant systems in hydro structures.

This position provides an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate to work with a highly experienced multi-disciplinary group of engineers to gain experience while working towards obtaining their Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design modifications to, or entirely new, mechanical systems related to dams, control structures, water retaining structures, and hydroelectric generating stations under the guidance of intermediate and senior engineers.
• Visit job sites to inspect for drawing compliance, data gathering, and to witness commissioning activities.
• Mechanical engineering involving cranes, hoists, hydroelectric turbines, generators, and balance of plant systems under the guidance of intermediate and senior engineers.
• Mechanical engineering design of gates, valves, pumps, and other hydro-mechanical machinery under the guidance of intermediate and senior engineers.
• Mechanical system design including piping isometrics, pipe stress analysis, drawing preparation oversight, reliability analysis, fatigue analysis and thermal analysis under the guidance of intermediate and senior engineers.
• Preparation and review of reports.
• Perform routine calculations and design as directed.
• Assist with the preparation and review of proposals and reports.
• Work collaboratively with other disciplines to execute project deliverables, as well as ensure that quality objectives, schedules and budgets are met.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

About You:

To fill the role, we’re looking for an applicant with a mix of qualifications and previous experiences. Some highlights should include:

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university. A post graduate degree would be an asset.
• Registered (or eligible to become registered) with Washington as an Engineer-in-Training (E.I.T.).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office).
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Previous experience with AutoCAD and Revit will be considered an asset.
• Travel to project sites is usually limited but will be required at times depending on project/client requirements.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability/willingness to undergo security clearance checks.

KGS Group is an employee-owned equal opportunity company offering an excellent compensation and benefits package.

KGS Group welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Upon request, KGS Group will provide reasonable accommodation for disabilities to support participation of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process.