Industrial Mechanical Engineer

Advantage Technical; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Advantage Technical is looking for an Industrial Mechanical Engineer in Houston, Texas. This role focuses on designing and supporting process heating, cooling, piping, and utility systems for industrial projects. You will provide end-to-end engineering support while working closely with project teams and vendors.

This long-term contract offers competitive pay, benefits, and paid time off, along with responsibilities that include managing engineering deliverables and optimizing project value through collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of engineering or construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC/refrigeration, hydronics, and psychrometrics.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, PipeFlo, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Design process heating, cooling, piping, and utility systems.
• Develop and manage engineering deliverables including GA drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, and 2D/3D models.
• Perform PRV calculations and nozzle load analysis.

Skills

HVAC/refrigeration knowledge

Hydronics

Psychrometrics

Strong communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

Revit

PipeFlo

Job description

Our Houston client is seeking an Industrial Mechanical Engineer to design and support process heating, cooling, piping, and utility systems for industrial and EPC projects. This role involves end-to-end engineering support, from design development through project execution, while serving as a key technical resource for project teams, vendors, and customers.

This is a long-term contract of 12+ months with great pay, benefits, and PTO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design process heating, cooling, piping, and utility systems
• Develop and manage engineering deliverables (GA drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, 2D/3D models, plant layouts, MTOs, and datasheets)
• Perform PRV calculations, nozzle load analysis, and pipe support design
• Support chilled water and refrigeration systems (chillers, cooling towers, pumps, tanks, etc.)
• Coordinate with vendors, project managers, and field teams throughout execution
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical solutions to optimize project value

Requirements:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• 5–10 years of engineering or construction experience
• Strong knowledge of HVAC/refrigeration, hydronics, and psychrometrics
• Experience with AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, PipeFlo, or similar tools
• Familiarity with ASME/API standards and 3D modeling for chiller plants
• Strong communication and collaboration skills