Mechanical Engineer: Piping & Process Integration (Pilot Plant)

Tri-Starr Talent; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tri-Starr Talent is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to design piping systems and process integration for pilot plant projects. You will create detailed drawings in SolidWorks and Visio, develop BOMs, specify instrumentation, and ensure ASME B31.3 compliance from concept through installation.

The ideal candidate holds a Mechanical Engineering degree, has some related experience or is eager to grow, and can contribute to FEAs and thermal calculations as needed, supporting multidisciplinary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• No experience required; 2 years preferred.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and Microsoft Excel.
• ANSYS experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft piping systems compliant with ASME B31.3 standards.
• Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings using SolidWorks and MS Visio.
• Develop and manage Bill of Materials (BOMs) for designed systems.
• Specify and integrate instrumentation for mechanical systems.
• Update and maintain unit P&IDs.
• Support and supervise operations within the pilot plant as needed.
• Participate in the overall process from concept through installation.
• Conduct or assist with thermal and structural Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations.
• Perform thermodynamic calculations and mechanical system builds as needed.
• Contribute to plant design and operational setup.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Visio

ANSSYS

Excel

Job description

Tri-Starr Talent is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to design piping systems and process integration for pilot plant projects. You will create detailed drawings in SolidWorks and Visio, develop BOMs, specify instrumentation, and ensure ASME B31.3 compliance from concept through installation.

The ideal candidate holds a Mechanical Engineering degree, has some related experience or is eager to grow, and can contribute to FEAs and thermal calculations as needed, supporting multidisciplinary