AIC - Mechanical Engineer - Entry Level

Aquatech; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

401K plan

Job summary

Aquatech in Canonsburg, PA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design pressure vessels, ensure ASME Section VIII compliance, and produce vessel drawings for water-treatment projects.

You will perform finite element analysis, review drawings and datasheets, and coordinate piping/ducting to ASME B31.1/31.3 codes, collaborating with a cross-functional team. B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and 0–2 years experience preferred; on-site, full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 0-2 years of engineering experience.
• Familiarity with ASME, ANSI, and AWWA codes preferred.
• Proficient in CAD and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Pressure Vessel design to ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
• Finite Element Analysis for vessel engineering and stress review.
• Create vessel drawings and BOMs using AutoCAD/Drafting tools.
• Review drawings, calculations and datasheets for vessels.
• Develop vessel standards and drawings for standard products.
• Support quality improvements and lessons learned initiatives.
• Engineer piping and ducting per ASME B31.1/31.3.

Skills

Piping codes knowledge

Water treatment knowledge

Plant engineering knowledge

ASME/ANSI/AWWA codes awareness

Hydraulic flow concepts

CAD software (AutoCAD 2D/Plant 3D)

MS Excel

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD 2D

Plant 3D

MS Office / Excel

Job description

At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more at www.aquatech.com.

Aquatech immediately needs a full-time Mechanical Engineer to work in our Canonsburg, PA office. The hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Mechanical Engineer will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered an Exempt employee.

The ideal candidate will be creative, have good communication skills, be team-oriented, have excellent problem-solving skills, and be customer service oriented.

Job Description

• Pressure Vessel Mechanical Engineering to meet all the requirements of ASME Section VIII, Division 1 Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.
• Pressure Vessel Mechanical Engineering to meet all the requirements of international codes as required for each project.
• Finite Element Analysis to complete non-cylindrical vessel engineering, vessel support engineering and review stress concentrations during vessel engineering.
• Direct AutoCAD vessel drafter to create vessel drawings including dimensional, fabrication, plate maps, tolerance, transportation, etc.
• Review and approve all vessel drawings, calculations and datasheets.
• Create vessel bills of material datasheets and specifications for material purchases.
• Review proposal specifications to determine exceptions and clarifications for project bids based on the Aquatech vessel standard.
• Develop vessel standards and drawings for standard Aquatech products.
• Participate in quality improvements through IDEA Cycle and Lessons Learned initiatives.
• Review welding procedures (WPS) and procedure qualification records (PQR) for carbon steel and stainless steel alloys.
• Solve vessel fabrication, quality and corrosion issues.
• Engineer piping and ducting to meet all of the requirements of ASME B31.1 or ASME B31.3.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of piping codes ASME B31.1 / 31.3.
• Exposure to water treatment & wastewater treatment processes would be a plus.
• Knowledge of Plant engineering - Layout considerations and piping layouts.
• Knowledge (or awareness) of ASME, ANSI, and AWWA codes for pressure vessels, tanks & structural design codes.
• Knowledge of hydraulic flow, pressure loss concepts in pipelines, and open channel flows
• Exposure to CAD software (AutoCAD 2D/ Plant 3D preferred).
• Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel-based spreadsheets.

Benefits

Aquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Job Demands

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, limited walking, and standing.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• 0-2 years of experience in engineering role(s)