Mechanical Engineer - Entry Level (FTS H20)

At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more at www.aquatech.com.   

Aquatech immediately needs a full-time Entry Mechanical Engineer to work in our Albany, Oregon FTS H20 office. The hours of this position are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  

Job Summary:

 The Entry Mechanical Engineer will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered an Exempt employee. 

Job Description:

• Prepare and issue a project-specific Mechanical Design plan. 

• Work on Hydraulic Calculations and Flow Diagrams (HFDs) for Water and Wastewater projects. 

• Prepare Piping specifications required for the project. 

• Maintain Plant 3D component database (Building the piping specification database file, adding the new component to the correct piping specifications). 

• Prepare specifications, datasheets, and requisitions for mechanical components such as valves, strainers, expansion bellows, etc. 

• Review detailed design outputs such as civil input drawings, plant layout drawings, piping layouts, skid/module arrangements, piping isometrics, and structural drawings (outputs from Mechanical designers). 

• Attending internal progress review meetings organized by Projects. 

• Attending technical review meetings with customers as required. 

• Being the interface for the Mechanical department when interacting with other engineering departments and with the Aquatech assembly shop. 

• Support queries from site and subcontractors. 

• Other duties as assigned 

Skill Requirements:

• Exposure to CAD software (AutoCAD 2D/ Plant 3D preferred). 

• Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel-based spreadsheets required.  

• Knowledge of hydraulic flow, pressure loss concepts in pipelines, and open channel flows preferred, not required.  

• Familiar with piping codes ASME B31.1 / 31.3 would be a plus, not required. 

• Familiar with water treatment & wastewater treatment processes would be a plus, not required. 

Benefits:

Aquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility) 

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

Physical Job Demands: 

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, limited walking and standing.

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering