Houston Valve Production Engineer: Design & Turnarounds

United Valve; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

United Valve in Houston, Texas is seeking a mechanical engineer to join our team. The role supports testing, design, project management and production improvements in a valve-focused environment.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of valve design or pressure vessel experience, CAD proficiency, and strong communication skills. A degree in mechanical engineering is required and Inventor experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering technology, industrial engineering or related field.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Dedication to quality workmanship and safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineering and production testing, including hydro/pressure testing and NDT.
• Provide engineering support through design, reverse engineering, failure analysis, and technical documentation.
• Help plan major turnaround projects and smaller projects requiring oversight.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and purchasing to complete projects on time and underbudget.
• Assist customers and UV employees with tools and understanding of work.
• Rework and implement new production procedures to meet API, MSS and ISO standards.
• Ensure safety standards are current and compliant.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Excellent verbal and written communic

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Commitment to safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

CAD

Inventor

Job description

United Valve in Houston, Texas is seeking a mechanical engineer to join our team. The role supports testing, design, project management and production improvements in a valve-focused environment.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of valve design or pressure vessel experience, CAD proficiency, and strong communication skills. A degree in mechanical engineering is required and Inventor experience is a plus.