ASSOCIATE ENGINEER

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Companies in Houston is seeking an entry level Engineer to support the project lifecycle across procurement, inspection, and field operations. You will assist in requisitions, help evaluate bids, and participate in factory acceptance testing under the guidance of senior engineers.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to perform engineering calculations and reviews of vendor drawings while adapting to site and office assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• EIT Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of requisitions for inquiry in support of purchasing equipment and materials.
• Prepares technical bid evaluations for equipment, materials, bulk material and subcontracts in cooperation with Procurement Department.
• Observes factory acceptance testing of equipment in cooperation with the Lead Engineer.
• Performs engineering calculations and analysis as required by discipline.
• Reviews vendor drawings.
• Accepts both short and extended term assignments to the site, client’s office, etc. as may be requested by the Chief Engineer.

Skills

Communication skills

Engineering fundamentals

Engineering compute/IT

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

EIT Certification preferred

Job description

Description

Gulf Companies has served the global energy industry since 1953 by supporting the complete project lifecycle and developing valued business partnerships to ensure the success of the project. Our worldwide experience and multi-disciplined capabilities encompass all aspects of the Engineering, Procurement, Construction Management, Field Inspection, GIS Integrity, Staffing Services and more.

Position Description

Entry level Engineering position.

Essential Functions

• Assist in the preparation of requisitions for inquiry in support of purchasing equipment and materials.
• Prepares technical bid evaluations for equipment, materials, bulk material and subcontracts in cooperation with Procurement Department.
• Observes factory acceptance testing of equipment in cooperation with the Lead Engineer.
• Performs engineering calculations and analysis as required by discipline.
• Reviews vendor drawings.
• Accepts both short and extended term assignments to the site, client’s office, etc. as may be requested by the Chief Engineer.

Requirements

Qualifications

• 0 - 3 years of proven engineering experience in oil and gas industry.
• Knowledge of computer systems in an engineering environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• EIT Certification preferred

Competencies

• Results oriented
• Customer focused
• Impact and influence
• Business and people acumen
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with Multi-Disciplined Team, and Managers
• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects at once

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
• Frequent sitting and operating a computer.
• Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or office materials.
• Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
• Physical demands requirements are at levels of those for sedentary work.

Gulf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.