Senior Mechanical Engineer - Remote, Washington DC

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Richland, WA
Contract Duration: Contract with potential for contract-to-hire
Compensation: $65 - $75.00/hr
Work Model: Onsite or Remote with Travel

Overview:
System One is actively seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support complex industrial capital projects in an onsite manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineering professional who is experienced across the full project lifecycle—from concept and pre-FEED through commissioning and startup.
This position will play a key role in managing multi-discipline engineering efforts, supporting EPCm-style projects, and ensuring successful project execution across safety, quality, cost, and schedule.

Responsibilities:
• Support industrial capital projects ranging from $1M to $400M in scope
• Lead and coordinate multi-discipline teams across feasibility, FEED, detailed design, procurement, and construction phases
• Provide technical oversight on mechanical systems including HVAC, hydronics, process piping, plumbing, and exhaust systems
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards including ASME, ASME B31.3, and ASHRAE
• Identify gaps in engineering deliverables and support front-end loading and stage-gate processes
• Collaborate with project controls and cross-functional teams to support cost, schedule, and execution alignment
• Act as a key liaison between client, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Support scope development, change management, and contract execution
• Assist in developing project budgets, schedules, and execution plans
• Monitor project performance and address risks related to cost overruns or delays
• Lead project status meetings and provide reporting to leadership
• Promote quality assurance and continuous improvement throughout project execution
• Support business development efforts and help secure additional work

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• 8+ years of experience in project engineering within industrial or manufacturing environments
• Experience supporting full project lifecycle (pre-FEED through commissioning/startup)
• Strong background in MEP systems and vertical construction
• Proven ability to manage projects and interface directly with clients
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work onsite in an industrial manufacturing setting

Preferred Qualifications:
• PE License or ability to obtain within 6 months – 1 year.
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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.