Associate Mechanical Engineer – Pump Stations & Pipelines

WSP in the U.S.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to join the Pump Stations and Pipelines team across multiple offices in Tucson, AZ; Lakewood, CO; Tempe, AZ; or Houston, TX. The role focuses on hydraulic, mechanical, and pipeline systems for mining, industrial, and infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates have a background in pipeline design, hydraulic modeling, and related software; strong analytical and communication skills; and a drive to grow within a multidisciplinary consulting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 1 to 3 years of relevant post-education experience.
• Familiarity with fluid mechanics and pipeline engineering fundamentals.
• Experience with pipe sizing, pressure loss calculations, pump selection evaluations, and hydraulic grade line assessments.
• Familiarity with hydraulic modeling software (AFT Fathom, AFT Impulse, KYPIPE or similar).
• Familiarity with pipeline stress analysis software (CAESAR II, AutoPIPE).
• Understanding of piping systems, pumps, valves, and slurry transport systems.
• Experience preparing technical documents (PFDs, P&IDs, datasheets).
• Strong analytical mindset and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting and analyzing engineering data from site investigations and design drawings.
• Perform hydraulic calculations and analyses for water, slurry, and process systems.
• Develop and review hydraulic models, pump station designs, and pipeline alignments.
• Support selection of pipelines, pumps, valves, and mechanical equipment.
• Prepare design criteria, specifications, datasheets, and piping schedules.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for project execution.
• Write technical reports summarizing analyses, findings, and recommendations.
• Support risk identification, cost estimates, and bid evaluations.
• Assist with field investigations, commissioning, and construction support.
• Assist with proposal and scope development for business growth.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Multitasking

Communication skills

Self-leadership

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline

Tools

AFT Fathom

AFT Impulse

KYPIPE

CAESAR II

AutoPIPE

AutoCAD

Job description

WSP USA is seeking an Associate Mechanical Engineer to join the Pump Stations and Pipelines team across multiple offices in Tucson, AZ; Lakewood, CO; Tempe, AZ; or Houston, TX. The role focuses on hydraulic, mechanical, and pipeline systems for mining, industrial, and infrastructure projects.

Ideal candidates have a background in pipeline design, hydraulic modeling, and related software; strong analytical and communication skills; and a drive to grow within a multidisciplinary consulting