Mechanical Engineer (Mid Level)

Richard Design Services, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Richard Design Services, Inc. in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer to join our office team. The role focuses on developing front-end studies to detailed engineering, with emphasis on piping, P&ID development, and equipment data sheets.

The engineer will interact with process engineers and design disciplines to deliver client-focused solutions. The candidate should have a mechanical engineering degree and 10+ years of relevant experience, with strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience (Engineer III).
• Familiarity with ASME, API, ANSI codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development of a wide range of projects (Front End Studies, Front End Engineering Development, Detailed Engineering).
• Analyze problems and take design actions to meet client expectations.
• Develop P&IDs and related documents with process engineers.
• Piping engineering activities including piping specs, metallurgy, hydraulics, stress analysis.
• Develop equipment data sheets and size/rate pumps, vessels, heat exchangers, and air coolers.
• Prepare requisitions for inquiry, coordinate with vendors, and support final selections.
• May supervise, coordinate, and review work of a small staff of engineers.
• Present technical information to peers and other personnel for review.
• Coordinate with engineering and design disciplines in project development.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering Software

Job description

Richard Design Services (RDS) is currently seeking experienced Mid Level Mechanical Engineers.

Position Summary

We are seeking skilled and motivated Mid-Level Mechanical Engineers to be part of our team at our Houston office.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of a wide range of projects (Front End Studies, Front End Engineering Development, and Detailed Engineering).
• Analyze problems and take appropriate design actions to ensure the project meets client expectations.
• Development of piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) and associated documents, in conjunction with process engineers
• Piping engineering activities – This involves familiarity with piping specifications, metallurgy, hydraulics, stress analysis, etc.
• Development of equipment and Specialty Item data sheets. This includes sizing and rating various equipment like pumps, horizontal and vertical vessels, heat exchangers, and air coolers.
• Development of requisitions for inquiry, coordination with vendors, and recommending final selections.
• May supervise, coordinate, and review the work of a small staff of engineers.
• Present technical information to peers or other personnel for review.
• Coordination and Interfacing with engineering and design disciplines in the development of projects.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum years of Mechanical Engineering experience:
• Engineer III - 10+ years
• Familiarity with codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI, etc.)
• Good Communication Skills (Active Listening, Verbal, and Written)
• Work well in a Team environment
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Experience with Mechanical Engineering Software
• Strong desire to learn
• Leadership skills

Work Environment

This position primarily is performed from RICHARD's office located in Houston, TX, but may be posted temporarily on project sites, when required. Field site visits may be required regularly. The work will mostly take place in an office setting, and the employee will need to communicate with others in person, over the phone, and through email. The employee should be physically able to carry out the required tasks. They may need to visit Client facilities, so it's important that the employee is in good physical health in order to travel, conduct field assessments, attend meetings at various locations, and perform other duties as required.

RDS is dedicated to providing a SAFE and Drug Free environment.

RDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.