Mechanical Engineer — Valve & Steam Systems Design

Professional Alternatives; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Professional Alternatives is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in the South Houston area to design and apply valve and steam-system solutions. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, technical support, and strong collaboration with internal teams and customers.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience, a Mechanical Engineering degree, and familiarity with ASME Section VIII and API 520/521. The position offers direct-hire, engineering-focused opportunities with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 3+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Experience with safety relief valves, steam systems, pressure vessels, or related industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support the selection, sizing, application, and troubleshooting of pressure relief and valve systems.
• Provide technical guidance to customers, sales teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and support steam, thermal fluid, and pressure-reduction system packages.
• Create and maintain CAD drawings, BOMs, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Evaluate applications and specifications for compliance with ASME, API, and industry standards.

Skills

Safety relief valves

Steam systems

Pressure vessels

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Engineering calculations

Job description

Professional Alternatives is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in the South Houston area to design and apply valve and steam-system solutions. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, technical support, and strong collaboration with internal teams and customers.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience, a Mechanical Engineering degree, and familiarity with ASME Section VIII and API 520/521. The position offers direct-hire, engineering-focused opportunities with competitive compensation.