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Koch · 3 days ago

Mechanical Engineering Lead

Katy, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD), is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineering Lead to oversee the mechanical design efforts for EPC projects. The role involves ensuring excellence and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle, from development to commissioning.

ElectronicsEnergyFarmingOil and Gas

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and enhance OPD specifications to ensure compliance with industry best practices, codes, and standards

Development of internal-use tools to improve efficiency and accuracy of engineering deliverables

Review client standards related to static and rotating equipment, pipe/valves/fittings, welding, inspection, and test plans

Develop equipment specifications and vet Request for Quote (RFQ) packages

Conduct technical reviews of vendor quotes, including pre-purchase evaluations

Provide Project Managers with guidance on design, purchase, installation, and post-construction support for mechanical equipment

Participate in structured and individual reviews of project documentation, such as Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), 3-D models, and equipment lists

Participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and/or HAZOPs

Develop pipe specifications and project-specific requirements for Post-Weld Heat Treat (PWHT), Non-Destructive Examination (NDE), bolt coating, torquing, etc

Provide technical support for field construction personnel, including site visits

Offer commissioning/start-up support and Request for Information (RFI) assistance

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringEPC ProjectsRotating EquipmentStatic EquipmentASME CodesAPI StandardsProcess Hazard AnalysisTeam LeadershipCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or other engineering discipline

Experience performing Mechanical Engineering duties with an EPC or end user in industrial chemical processing and/or manufacturing

Preferred

Engineer in Training (EIT) Certificate or PE License

Experience with ASME codes and API standards

Experience specifying or maintaining Rotating Equipment (Pumps, Compressors, Expanders, etc.) and/or Static Equipment (Heat Exchangers, Towers, Vessels)

Direct experience in completing full scope engineering, procurement, construction projects (EPC) on a lump sum, turn-key basis