FACILITIES ENGINEER

Perc Engineering Co., Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Perc Engineering Co., Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a mechanical engineer for oil and gas pipeline and facility design, covering upstream and midstream projects, onshore and offshore.

The role requires familiarity with ASME/API codes, ABET-accredited degree, and 5+ years in related work. PE preferred. Expect travel up to 25% and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams on construction drawings and vendor reviews.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in project and detailed engineering of oil & gas upstream/midstream facilities.
• Must read and understand P&IDs, piping drawings, specifications and codes.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports, design calculations, drawings, and specs for pipeline and facility projects.
• Read and create P&IDs and process flow diagrams.
• Direct piping design of pipelines and facilities.
• Review vendor drawings for compliance with project specs.
• Visit job-sites to assess requirements and conditions.
• Develop construction drawing packages and contractor specs.
• Report activity to project managers and executives.
• Meet deadlines on multiple projects with minimal supervision.

Skills

P&ID reading

Piping design

Engineering calculations

Communication

Hydraulic modeling

Pipe stress analysis

Vendor review

Field work

Education

ABET-credited Bachelor's in Mechanical/Civil/Chemical/Petroleum Engineering

Job description

This is a Houston, TX based full-time position for the engineering of oil & gas pipelines, and related facilities. Duties of role to include the mechanical design of equipment and piping systems related to various upstream and midstream facilities for onshore and offshore projects. Candidate must be knowledgeable of the related ASME and API codes as well as some familiar with regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions

• Prepare engineering reports, design calculations, drawings, and technical specifications related to pipeline and facility design and construction
• Read and create process flow diagrams and P&IDs
• Ability to direct and manage the piping design of pipelines and facilities.
• Capable, or at least understand the basics, of sizing and selecting equipment including pumps, control valves, oil & gas separators, scrubbers, treaters, etc.
• Understand the basics of instrumentation and interface with control systems engineers.
• Review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
• Visit job-sites to evaluate site, project requirements, and conditions. Visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance with requirements/specifications.
• Experience with Hydraulic modeling and pipe stress analyses.
• Work both independently and alongside an engineering team to develop both high level and detailed design of mechanical piping systems.
• Interface with other disciplines on a multi-disciplinary team (survey, structural, electrical, and/or instrumentation)
• Develop construction drawing packages and contractor specifications for oil and gas pipeline and facility projects.
• Report job activity and maintain detailed logs about work activities, reporting to project managers and executive management.
• Identify opportunities for improvement of work products and standards.
• Meet deadlines working on multiple projects and/or with multiple clients with minimum supervision and take responsibility for planning and prioritizing tasks.
• Maintain a high standard of work performance and ensuring that all done is in accordance with the standards of the company and client.
• Strong communications skills and ability to interreact directly with clients, suppliers, upper management, and construction personnel.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Minimum 5 years experience in the project and detailed engineering of oil & gas upstream and/or midstream related facilities.
• Ability to read and understand: P&IDs, piping drawings, specifications and related codes and standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing.
• Must be Able to Work for any US Employer.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• 10+ years of experience
• Medium/large multi-discipline project lead experience
• Pipeline route development and alignment sheet review
• Permitting experience for development of new oil and gas facilities or pipelines

Education

• Bachelor's Degree from an ABET accredited university in Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or Petroleum Engineering.

Certification/License

• PE preferred

Physical Expectations

• Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50lbs
• Must be able to stand, kneel, and walk for long periods of time
• Must pass background check and be able to pass both a pre-employment & random drug test(s)
• Must be able to travel occasionally up to 25% including overnight travel to various locations & customer sites to provide service based on business needs
• Duties performed indoors & outdoors with exposure to weather and elements.

We will respond only to US based candidates meeting the experience.