Mechanical Engineer, Power Plant Systems & Optimization

Kodiak Gas Services; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodiak Gas Services seeks a Mechanical Engineer for Kodiak Power Solutions to design, install, and optimize power plant systems. You will work with Engineering, Commercial, Operations and Construction to meet customer requirements, Kodiak standards, and industry specs.

Responsibilities include reviewing data, troubleshooting, developing drawings, and supporting design reviews to enhance reliability, safety and efficiency. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited mechanical engineering program completed.
• 2–3 years engineering experience in engines, emissions or power systems.
• Experience designing or supporting mechanical systems in industrial setting.
• Data collection, organization and analysis skills.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid systems, and equipment performance.
• Effective cross-team communicator.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Familiarity with engineering tools and design software.
• P&ID Training
• BOM Training

Responsibilities

• Design power plant systems to meet specs and industry standards.
• Review field data to identify issues and drive improvements.
• Troubleshoot plant units and mechanical systems.
• Maintain and review engineering drawings per Kodiak requirements.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations and Construction to integrate requirements.
• Support equipment selection, piping layouts and system integration.
• Participate in design reviews and prepare technical deliverables.
• Analyze data to improve reliability, safety and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with codes and safety regulations.
• Complete Kodiak safety training and promote a safe workplace.
• Assist field operations and project execution as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Effective communicator

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering

ABET-accredited program

Tools

Excel

CAD software

Job description

Kodiak Gas Services seeks a Mechanical Engineer for Kodiak Power Solutions to design, install, and optimize power plant systems. You will work with Engineering, Commercial, Operations and Construction to meet customer requirements, Kodiak standards, and industry specs.

Responsibilities include reviewing data, troubleshooting, developing drawings, and supporting design reviews to enhance reliability, safety and efficiency. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential.