Perform in a leadership role supervising others in the mechanical engineering department.  Determine staffing needs and participate in interviews and hiring.  Ensure that new hires are mentored and trained, conduct performance appraisals, and hold department meetings. Must be able to plan, supervise and direct engineers to successful completion within budget and on schedule for a variety of projects.  Must be capable of performing a variety of technical tasks, including problem definition and diagnosis.  Must be self reliant and able to perform independently. Work in a project team environment to execute engineering and construction projects.  Establish processes and equipment to satisfy client requirements.  Specify equipment to achieve minimal cost as well as limit field problems and change orders.  Work with designers to establish proper equipment arrangements and piping layouts.  Formulate P&I Diagrams as required to describe the processes.  Understand the input and output of project data in the ENCOMPASS system.  Interface with all other disciplines and coordinate with client personnel, project management, procurement, construction management, etc.  Take active responsibility for schedules and budgets.  Participate in training and L&L seminars.  Observe and follow site safety and quality guides.