Senior Mechanical Engineer (Static Equipment)

Functional Skills :

• Ability to think logically through complex technical issues and clearly document ideas, processes and conclusions
• Ability to read, interpret and comprehend the following engineering documents :
• P&ID
• Piping Isometric and Orthographic Drawings
• Fabrication Drawings
• Site layout and civil plan drawings
• Pressure vessel MAWP / wall thickness calculations
• Ability to use 2D drafting programs (such as Autocad)
• Ability to use 3D CAD programs (such as Solidworks, CATIA, or Fusion360) to generate or inspect designs is a plus
• Ability to use pressure vessel design software (such as Compress, or PV Elite) to generate designs is a plus
• Ability to use pipe stress analysis software (such as CAESAR II, AutoPipe, or CAEPIPE) to analyze spools
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces (such as inside of tanks) and at heights
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, etc) is required; knowledge of VBA is a plus
• Ability to speak, read and write English is required

Interpersonal Skills :

• Ability to work well with other engineering disciplines, internal resources, and external parties while displaying clients core values
• Ability to communicate technical ideas effectively through digital, written and verbal language to different project stakeholders

Other :

• Experience with industrial gases, cryogenic systems, air separation plants and chemical plants
• Broad knowledge of static equipment such as storage vessels, heat exchangers, and process piping systems
• Knowledge of the design and operation of cryogenic cold boxes, pre-purification systems, and cryogenic liquid bulk tanks is a plus.
• Knowledge of cutting, welding, brazing and related thermal processes used for piping and vessel fabrication as well as NDE techniques
• Knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards such as ASME B31.3, ASME BPVC, CGA and participate in code conferences as a representative of the client.

Basic Qualifications :

• Bachelor of Science / Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science / Metallurgical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3-10 years relevant experience with process piping and / or pressure vessel engineering including design, fabrication, testing and commissioning.

Preferred Qualifications :

• A graduate degree is not required, but considered a plus.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) license is a plus
• Knowledge of relevant industry practices such as oxygen level cleaning, and safety best practices is a plus
• API certifications are a plus
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or other NDE certifications are a plus