Lead Mechanical Engineer, Cold Box Packaging

Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases

. Lead the engineering development of cold box packaging systems from concept through final delivery .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeEscondido • California • United StatesSenior💰 $91,128 - $170,032 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading the engineering development of cold box packaging systems, with a strong focus on multidisciplinary collaboration, technical direction, and adherence to engineering standards and codes. Proficient in mechanical and piping systems, with extensive experience in 3D CAD design and engineering documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Engineering DegreeCryogenic Systems Experience3D CAD Design SystemsMultidisciplinary Engineering LeadershipEngineering Codes and Standards Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Engineering Design CriteriaTechnical DirectionP&ID InterpretationPressure-Containing SystemsEquipment PackagingEngineering DocumentationCalculations and Specifications ReviewTechnical OversightFabrication and TestingInstallation and Commissioning

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsRelationship Management

Industry Keywords

Cold Box Packaging SystemsProcess EquipmentIndustrial EquipmentPiping SystemsEngineering StandardsDesign PracticesBest Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the engineering development of cold box packaging systems from concept through final delivery
Establish packaging concepts, engineering requirements, design criteria, and technical approaches
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities and resolve technical interfaces between engineering disciplines
Provide technical direction to engineers and designers supporting cold box projects
Review and approve engineering deliverables, calculations, drawings, specifications, and design documentation within assigned authority
Establish and maintain engineering standards, design practices, templates, and best practices for packaging
Provide technical leadership and engineering oversight through fabrication, testing, installation, and commissioning
Collaborate with Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Piping, Electrical/Controls, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Project Management, Quality, and field teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related engineering field
Eight plus years of engineering experience, preferably involving cryogenic systems, process equipment, packaged systems, pressure systems, or industrial equipment
Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering activities
Strong understanding of mechanical equipment, piping systems, pressure-containing systems, and equipment packaging
Experience interpreting P&IDs, equipment specifications, piping layouts, and engineering drawings
Experience working with 3D CAD design systems and engineering documentation
Strong understanding of applicable engineering codes and standards
Proven expertise in relationship management
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills