Mechanical Engineer III

Matrix Service Co; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix PDM Engineering in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer III to perform advanced design and analysis for industrial piping projects. This role may lead a discipline and coordinate internal and external resources across Houston, Tulsa, or Pittsburgh sites.

The position emphasizes safety, professional judgment, and strong communication as you develop equipment specifications, evaluate packages, and ensure constructability and quality throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience with industrial equipment and piping systems.
• Strong knowledge of PFDs and P&IDs; understanding equipment packages and valve selection.
• CAESAR II or AutoPIPE experience preferred.
• Familiarity with NFPA 59A, ASME B31.1/B31.3, and ASME Section VIII is preferred.
• Ability to interpret client specifications, procurement, commissioning, and startup standards.

Responsibilities

• Acts to support safety and the Company’s Core Values.
• Represents the Company with high moral standards per the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
• Develops broad knowledge of industrial piping design principles.
• Evaluates and applies standard techniques for conventional projects.
• Coordinates tasks with engineers, designers, or staff.
• Prepares portions of project documents.
• Communicates with equipment suppliers and evaluates critical equipment packages.
• Checks work for constructability and quality assurance.
• Assists with scope, budget and schedule management.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

Skills

PFDs & P&IDs

CAESAR II

AutoPIPE

Project coordination

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAESAR II

AutoPIPE

Job description

Matrix PDM Engineering
100 Beecham Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15205, USA

Matrix PDM Engineering
100 Beecham Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15205, USA

Matrix PDM Engineering
15333 John F Kennedy Blvd
Houston, TX 77032, USA

Matrix PDM Engineering
15333 John F Kennedy Blvd
Houston, TX 77032, USA

Matrix PDM Engineering
15 E 5th St
Tulsa, OK 74103, USA

Matrix PDM Engineering
15 E 5th St
Tulsa, OK 74103, USA

The Mechanical Engineer III is responsible for performing advanced design and analysis work as directed to support various projects. This role may act as a discipline lead for projects, managing internal and external resources. This position can be filled in Houston, TX; Tulsa, OK; or Pittsburgh, PA.

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its “Core Values.”
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company’s “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.”
• Develops broad knowledge of industrial piping design principles and skills in a specific practice area.
• Evaluates, selects and applies standard techniques, procedures and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional projects with few complex features.
• Collaboratively uses judgment to determine adaptations in methods for non-routine aspects of assignments.
• Works on small projects or on portions of large projects.
• Coordinates tasks and work with entry level engineers, designers, or administrative staff.
• Assists in preparing and managing scope, budget and schedule for projects or assignments to include any discipline internal or external resources assigned to support their projects are within scope, budget and schedule.
• Prepares portions of project documents.
• Creates or modifies equipment specifications, communicate with equipment suppliers, and technically evaluate critical pieces and packages of industrial equipment.
• Checks work for constructability, interferences, operational safety, and overall quality assurance.
• Receives instruction on specific objectives.
• Receives direction on unconventional and/or complex problems, and possible solutions.
• Receives a thorough review of completed work for application of sound professional judgment.
• Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
• Cooperates with other team members; interacts with individuals at all organizational levels in professional manner.
• Assists with PM, client, customer contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments or meetings.
• Performs other related duties, as directed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related engineering experience with industrial equipment and industrial piping systems.
• Strong skill set in understanding PFD’s and P&ID’s; understanding of industrial equipment and equipment packages, and knowledge of selection of valves and other piping specialty components is required.
• Working knowledge of CAESAR II, AutoPipe, etc. is preferred.
• Design experience in NFPA 59A, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, and ASME Section VIII is strongly preferred.
• Cooperates with other team members; interacts with individuals at all organizational levels in professional manner.
• Ability to understand client specifications, procurement, commissioning and start-up standards, documentation, practices, vendor data approvals, etc., strongly preferred. Exhibits excellent listening, oral and written skills.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously under time sensitive deadlines.
• Demonstratives a proactive approach and consistently positive demeanor.
• Occasional and travel overtime may be required.

Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Education

Required

Bachelor's Degree or better in Engineering.

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Professional Engineer

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