Mechanical Engineer/Project Engineer

NorthStar Energy Services; Arlington (TX); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 125 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k) with immediate matching

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

PPO/HSA/FSA options

Employee discounts

Résumé du poste

NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. company, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer / Project Engineer to join our Channelview, TX team.

This role combines hands-on mechanical and piping design with project leadership, supporting concept through startup and commissioning. The successful candidate will develop equipment specifications, review technical deliverables, and coordinate multidisciplinary workstreams while ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Preferred, but not required: Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Texas or ability to obtain one.

Responsabilités

• Develop mechanical and piping design deliverables for energy facilities and project scopes.
• Define scope, schedule, and budget; coordinate procurement and vendor activities; act as a technical liaison across disciplines.
• Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, and startup, including punch list resolution and as-built documentation.

Connaissances

Mechanical engineering

Project management

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Formation

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Outils

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

About Us

NorthStar Energy Services, a

NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is based in Channelview, TX and provides engineering, design, procurement, construction and support services to the chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil & gas, bulk storage and terminal industries throughout the country. We offer individual project services as well as turnkey EPC project implementation. NorthStar possesses the skills and expertise to self-perform the design and installation of civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation systems throughout a broad array of industrial applications. Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About This Role

NorthStar Energy Services is seeking a Mechanical Engineer / Project Engineer to join our collaborative multidisciplinary team. This dual-role position combines hands-on mechanical and piping engineering with broader project leadership, providing the opportunity to support projects from concept and detailed design through construction, commissioning, and startup.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will develop mechanical and piping design deliverables for energy facilities, including design concepts, engineering criteria, equipment specifications and selections, and code interpretations. As Project Engineer, you will also help define scope, schedule, and budget; coordinate procurement and vendor activities; and serve as a key technical connection among clients, internal disciplines, and third-party partners throughout the project lifecycle, including construction and field implementation.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
  
  
  
  • Develop practical mechanical and piping design solutions for pipeline and facility projects, including traps, regulator stations, measurement stations, compressor stations, pump stations, tank terminals, and main-line block valve sites
  
  
  • Perform engineering analyses, calculations, and design activities for a broad range of mechanical deliverables, including:
    
    
    
    • Line Sizing Calculations
    
    
    • Pipe Support Load Analysis and Nozzle Load Evaluations
    
    
    • Piping Stress and Strain Analysis per applicable codes and standards
    
    
    • Equipment and Piping Layouts for Compressor Stations, Pump Stations, Tank Terminals, and Truck Loading Facilities
    
    
    • Hot Taps, Stopples, and Related Mechanical Work
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Interpret and apply applicable codes and standards for gathering, transmission, distribution, petrochemical, and related energy systems
  
  
  • Develop and review specifications, data sheets, and equipment selections for rotating and fixed equipment, including:
    
    
    
    • Pressure Vessels, Drums, Tanks, Filters, Mixers, Strainers, and Separators
    
    
    • Pumps, Compressors, and Turbines
    
    
    
    
  
  
  • Apply knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods, including machining, grinding, welding, assembly, and inspection, together with materials engineering, metallurgy, and material selection
  
  
  • Provide independent technical review of project PPFDs, PFDs, and P&IDs for constructability, operability, and multidisciplinary coordination
  
  
  • Develop and maintain standardized engineering procedures, calculation methods, and design practices that support consistent technical quality
  
  
  • Ensure project compliance with applicable codes and standards, including:
    
    
    
    • Title 49 CFR Parts 190-199, 40 CFR 112, 40 CFR 264
    
    
    • ASME BPVC-VIII Pressure Vessel
    
    
    • API 620, API 650, API 12C Tank Design
    
    
    • Piping Design Systems, ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8
    
    
    • API 610 Pumps, Centrifugal Pumps (1 hp to 10,000 hp)
    
    
    • API 674/675/676, Positive Displacement Pumps
    
    
    • API 682, Shaft Sealing Systems for Centrifugal and Rotary Pumps
    
    
    • Mechanical Seal Design Systems
    
    
    • API 520/521 Pressure Relief Devices
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  


• PROJECT ENGINEERING & DELIVERABLE MANAGEMENT
  
  
  
  • Serve as Project Engineer for assigned projects, with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and coordinated technical execution across engineering disciplines
  
  
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary deliverables and serve as the primary day-to-day technical point of contact for the client
  
  
  • Develop and maintain core project documentation, including design basis documents, scopes of work, deliverable lists, and progress reports
  
  
  • Support procurement through RFQs, technical bid evaluations, and purchase recommendations for mechanical and rotating equipment; review vendor quotations, data sheets, and drawings for compatibility with the intended design
  
  
  • Perform QA/QC reviews of drawings and cross-discipline deliverables to verify safe, code-compliant designs that align with project objectives
  
  
  • Incorporate company standards, client and municipal requirements, and applicable regulatory codes into project deliverables
  
  
  • Respond to RFIs, technical queries, design changes, and construction issues throughout the project lifecycle with clear, timely technical guidance
  
  
  • Conduct field assessments and walkdowns, and review site-specific geotechnical, survey, and civil information to support design development
  
  
  • Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, and startup, including punch list resolution and as-built documentation
  
  
  
  

What You'll Bring

• GENERAL
  
  
  
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
  
  
  • Candidates should be prepared to participate in a technical interview as part of the selection process
  
  
  • This is a fully office-based position
  
  
  
  


• SKILLS & ABILITIES
  
  
  
  • Demonstrated attention to detail and a consistent commitment to technical accuracy and quality
  
  
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
  
  
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers and designers across disciplines
  
  
  • Adaptable and solutions-oriented, with strong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills when priorities, requirements, or schedules change
  
  
  • Professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, vendors, and construction personnel
  
  
  
  


• EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  
  
  
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
  
  
  • 5+ years of relevant engineering experience, including proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite
  
  
  • Preferred, but not required: Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Texas, or the ability to obtain one
  
  
  
  

What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting


• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision


• Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA


• Short-term and long-term benefits


• Employee discounts on consumer goods

Equal Opportunity Employer

Quanta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities my change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.