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Mechanical project engineers are sponsored at Bechtel, Fluor, Jacobs, Tesla, Boeing, and hundreds of manufacturing and construction companies for roles combining mechanical design, thermal analysis, and piping engineering with project execution management that require mechanical engineering degrees. H-1B classification is automatic because mechanical project engineering is a textbook specialty occupation, and CHIPS Act semiconductor facility construction, data center HVAC infrastructure, pharmaceutical cleanroom builds, and energy plant projects have created severe demand for mechanical engineers who can both design systems and manage delivery timelines.
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Mechanical Project Engineer III - Entry Level
Job Description
Mechanical Project Engineer III - Hay level 30
We are looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer III (entry level) that will support the North American Distribution Team. Vanderlande’s Distribution Engineering Department is responsible for the design, specification, and commissioning of Material Handling Systems, Warehouse Automation and Parcel Sortation systems for our customers throughout North America. You will be responsible for ensuring the design meets the customer requirements, is coordinated with other trades to minimize conflicts during installation, can be installed with efficiency, and maintain excellent communication with the site team. Success in this role involves the ability to balance the technical requirements of the role while also having the soft skills to collaborate with the engineering team. It also involves working closely with stakeholders from other disciplines and other departments to balance priorities, improve processes and satisfy a complex set of goals. Success will require strong technical skills, creativity, strong interpersonal skills, drive, and passion. A successful candidate will demonstrate a keen intuition for when to attempt to solve problems on their own and when to enlist the help of other experienced leaders.
Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Translate customer drawings and specifications into a fully functional mechanical system
- Optimize the functionality from as-sold to a working mechanical design within the budget in consultation with other disciplines (Electrical, Controls, Supply Chain, Installation, etc.)
- 3D modeling of systems and subsequent clash detection management
- Associated 2D customer approval and installation layout drawings
- Perform spatial analysis of clearance envelopes, egress pathways and forklift vehicular aisles
- Perform system and component level calculations (Throughput, motor power, belt pull, reactive forces to building structure, etc)
- Engineering of project specials needed for non-standard design applications
- Engineering of non-standard mechanical interfaces
- Apply safety regulations and ergonomics
- Specify the mechanical equipment required, including both Vanderlande manufactured and third party purchased items
- Create a motor manifest with respect to electrical and controls engineering requirements
- Document all engineering decisions through design plans, complete and clear installation files, and engineering instructions directed to a site supervisor and installation subcontractor
- Travel to site as needed to conduct site surveys
- Support the installation and commissioning both on site, and from the Marietta office
- Project document control using a rights based database system
Requirements
- This is an entry level position
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology with 0-2 years of relative work experience
- Or Associate’s ME/ET degree with 3-5 years relative work experience
- Must be willing and able to travel domestically up to 50% with occasional international opportunities
- Ability to think conceptually (overall system) and translate this into a detailed system design
- Ability to work in an entrepreneurial organization where cooperating with others and being a team member is natural
- Strong communicator, able to effectively understand and set expectations for deliverables
- Able to handle time sensitive situations and quickly set the right priorities, while maintaining a firm grasp of the details
- Willingness to learn
- Proactive
- Ability to work autonomously or in a team
- Ability to work well with and motivate team members
- Ability to quickly assess a situation and take appropriate action
- Strong team mentality and willingness to accept responsibility for project completion (Ownership Culture)
- Must have the ability to properly prioritize work/activities
- Possess a strong ability to solve problems and research solutions
- Good interpersonal, verbal, and written skills
Desired Skills/Qualifications
- Ability to use AutoCAD 2D & 3D
- Ability to use AutoDesk Suite of tools (Revit, Navisworks, Vault, BIM360, ACC, etc)
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Title
Mechanical Project Engineer III - Entry Level
Job Description
Mechanical Project Engineer III - Hay level 30
We are looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer III (entry level) that will support the North American Distribution Team. Vanderlande’s Distribution Engineering Department is responsible for the design, specification, and commissioning of Material Handling Systems, Warehouse Automation and Parcel Sortation systems for our customers throughout North America. You will be responsible for ensuring the design meets the customer requirements, is coordinated with other trades to minimize conflicts during installation, can be installed with efficiency, and maintain excellent communication with the site team. Success in this role involves the ability to balance the technical requirements of the role while also having the soft skills to collaborate with the engineering team. It also involves working closely with stakeholders from other disciplines and other departments to balance priorities, improve processes and satisfy a complex set of goals. Success will require strong technical skills, creativity, strong interpersonal skills, drive, and passion. A successful candidate will demonstrate a keen intuition for when to attempt to solve problems on their own and when to enlist the help of other experienced leaders.
Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Translate customer drawings and specifications into a fully functional mechanical system
- Optimize the functionality from as-sold to a working mechanical design within the budget in consultation with other disciplines (Electrical, Controls, Supply Chain, Installation, etc.)
- 3D modeling of systems and subsequent clash detection management
- Associated 2D customer approval and installation layout drawings
- Perform spatial analysis of clearance envelopes, egress pathways and forklift vehicular aisles
- Perform system and component level calculations (Throughput, motor power, belt pull, reactive forces to building structure, etc)
- Engineering of project specials needed for non-standard design applications
- Engineering of non-standard mechanical interfaces
- Apply safety regulations and ergonomics
- Specify the mechanical equipment required, including both Vanderlande manufactured and third party purchased items
- Create a motor manifest with respect to electrical and controls engineering requirements
- Document all engineering decisions through design plans, complete and clear installation files, and engineering instructions directed to a site supervisor and installation subcontractor
- Travel to site as needed to conduct site surveys
- Support the installation and commissioning both on site, and from the Marietta office
- Project document control using a rights based database system
Requirements
- This is an entry level position
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology with 0-2 years of relative work experience
- Or Associate’s ME/ET degree with 3-5 years relative work experience
- Must be willing and able to travel domestically up to 50% with occasional international opportunities
- Ability to think conceptually (overall system) and translate this into a detailed system design
- Ability to work in an entrepreneurial organization where cooperating with others and being a team member is natural
- Strong communicator, able to effectively understand and set expectations for deliverables
- Able to handle time sensitive situations and quickly set the right priorities, while maintaining a firm grasp of the details
- Willingness to learn
- Proactive
- Ability to work autonomously or in a team
- Ability to work well with and motivate team members
- Ability to quickly assess a situation and take appropriate action
- Strong team mentality and willingness to accept responsibility for project completion (Ownership Culture)
- Must have the ability to properly prioritize work/activities
- Possess a strong ability to solve problems and research solutions
- Good interpersonal, verbal, and written skills
Desired Skills/Qualifications
- Ability to use AutoCAD 2D & 3D
- Ability to use AutoDesk Suite of tools (Revit, Navisworks, Vault, BIM360, ACC, etc)
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Mechanical Project Engineer
Engineering and Construction Firms Sponsor at the Highest Volume
Bechtel, Fluor, Jacobs, AECOM, and Black & Veatch sponsor for mechanical project engineers designing HVAC, piping, and process mechanical systems on industrial and infrastructure projects. These roles pay $85,000 to $135,000 with project bonuses.
CHIPS Act and Data Center Projects Drive Urgent Demand
Semiconductor fab cleanroom mechanical systems and data center cooling infrastructure at Intel, TSMC, Amazon, and Google require thousands of mechanical project engineers. Aggressive construction timelines create sponsorship urgency when domestic hiring fails.
Automotive and EV Manufacturers Sponsor for Product Development
Tesla, Rivian, Ford, GM, and BMW sponsor for mechanical project engineers managing powertrain, chassis, thermal management, and battery system development programs. These roles pay $90,000 to $145,000 with equity at EV companies.
Aerospace Mechanical Project Engineers Support Critical Programs
Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and SpaceX sponsor for mechanical project engineers on aircraft structures, propulsion, and thermal protection system development. These roles pay $88,000 to $140,000.
TN Engineer Provides Instant Access for USMCA Citizens
The Engineer category on the USMCA treaty list covers mechanical project engineering for Canadian and Mexican citizens with mechanical engineering degrees. Same-day border approval, no lottery, no cap, and three-year renewable terms.
PE Licensure Plus PMP Is the Winning Credential Combination
Professional Engineer licensure demonstrates mechanical engineering practice authority and PMP certification demonstrates project management methodology mastery. Dual-credentialed mechanical project engineers earn 15 to 22% more and qualify for lead roles.
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Get Access To All JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do companies sponsor H-1B visas for Mechanical Project Engineers?
Yes, extensively. Mechanical project engineering requires mechanical engineering degrees, making H-1B classification automatic. Construction firms, manufacturers, aerospace companies, and energy companies all sponsor.
What is the typical salary for sponsored Mechanical Project Engineer roles?
Mechanical project engineers earn $80,000 to $120,000. Senior engineers at construction firms earn $105,000 to $150,000. Automotive and EV engineers earn $90,000 to $148,000 with equity.
What qualifications strengthen a Mechanical Project Engineer's sponsorship case?
A mechanical engineering degree is required. PE licensure and PMP certification are the most valued credentials. Proficiency in SolidWorks, ANSYS, AutoCAD, and Revit MEP demonstrates design capability.
Which sectors have the best sponsorship prospects?
Data center cooling and semiconductor cleanroom mechanical systems have the most acute current demand. Pharmaceutical facility mechanical engineering sponsors for GMP HVAC design. Automotive and EV powertrain development is growing.
What is the career progression for a sponsored Mechanical Project Engineer?
The path moves from project engineer to senior engineer to lead engineer to mechanical engineering manager to director of engineering. Engineering managers earn $125,000 to $180,000. Directors earn $160,000 to $255,000.
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