Mechanical Engineering Consultant - Pressure Systems

SI Solutions, LLC; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Job summary

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Consultant to join the Process Pressure Vessels team. The role focuses on analysis, life prediction, and condition assessment of pressure vessels, piping, and related equipment used in refining and chemical industries.

The position can be remote or office-based. You will perform design life assessments, turbulence and fatigue analyses, and develop risk-based inspection methods while mentoring junior engineers and

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or similar with 5–10 years industry experience.
• PE license in one or more states preferred.
• Experience with ASME Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Piping Code (Section VIII, Div. 1–3; B31.3) is a plus.
• SolidWorks, Abaqus, and fracture mechanics concepts familiarity.
• Piping stress analyses using CAESAR II is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication Skills; proficiency in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform design life assessment, root cause failure analysis and evaluations for stationary equipment.
• Conduct thermal and structural stress analyses on pressure vessels, piping and plant structures using classical and FEA methods.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor entry level engineers in stress analysis, life assessment, and codes/standards.
• Assist in field inspections and risk-based inspection method development.
• Develop and expand business opportunities with existing clients and propose new opportunities.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Pressure vessel analysis

Root cause analysis

Heat transfer analysis

ASME & API knowledge

Mentoring engineers

Report writing

Microsoft Office

Education

B.S. or M.S. Mechanical Engineering

5–10 years experience

Professional Engineering license

Tools

SolidWorks

Abaqus

PV-Elite/Compress

CAESAR II

Job description

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. (SIA) is currently looking for a Mechanical Engineering Consultant to join our Process Pressure Vessels team. This role would participate as part of a dynamic team in the engineering analysis, condition assessment, and life prediction of pressure vessels, piping, and auxiliary equipment used in upstream and downstream petroleum refining, petrochemical, and chemical industries. The position requires the individual to develop the skills to manage and coordinate the technical and administrative aspects of the work. They are expected to actively participate in both internal and external training, development programs, conferences, and trade shows. This position can be remote or based in one of SIA's offices.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Technical

• Perform evaluations related to design, life assessment, and root cause failure analysis of stationary equipment such as pressure vessels, piping, and storage tanks. Knowledge in the analysis of rotating equipment is a plus.
• Perform thermal heat transfer and structural stress analysis of pressure vessels, piping systems, and other plant structures using both classic and finite element analysis methods. Knowledge in fluid mechanics is a plus.
• Perform simple pressure vessel calculations using commercial software such as PV-Elite and/or Compress.
• Perform calculations for fatigue, corrosion, and crack initiation and growth mechanisms and fracture mechanics concepts employed for serviceability assessment of damaged or flawed components.
• Knowledge in materials, welding, and nondestructive examination techniques is preferred.
• Assist with field inspections of plant equipment and development of risk-based inspection methods.
• Mentor and train entry level engineers in stress analysis and life assessment techniques.
• Mentor and train entry level engineers in application of various codes and standards including ASME & API
• Prepare and oversee the preparation of written technical reports and presentations.
• Assist in fast paced engineering assessments that are project critical.

Business

• Perform all work in accordance with SI’s Commercial Quality Procedures and with an acute awareness of client requests.
• Develop and expand business opportunities with existing Structural Integrity clients and develop new clients.
• Develop proposals for identified opportunities.
• Learn and implement all applicable standard SI policies and procedures.

Project Management

• Support project managers in execution of large-scale projects.
• Develop the skills to independently manage small-scale projects.
• Ensure quality and enhance job skills by seeking peer review and appraisal.
• Be financially responsible and adhere to company guidelines with respect to expenses, purchases, and project execution.

Education and Experience

• B. S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline with 5-10 years or more industry related experience
• ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel and Piping Code, specifically, Section VIII, Div. 1 through 3 and B31.3 Design & Analysis Experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of SolidWorks CAD software, Abaqus FE software, and general fracture mechanics concepts. Piping stress analyses experience using CAESAR II is a plus.
• Computer Programming experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential, as well as a working knowledge of computer software including Microsoft Office.
• Professional Engineering license in one or more states is preferred.

Export Control Notice

Certain positions at SIA may require access to information and technology which is subject to Export Administration Regulations 15 CFR 730-774, including those of the US Department of Energy (DOE) in 10 CFR 810 and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) 10 CFR Part 110. Hiring decisions for such positions must comply with these regulations and may result in SIA limiting its consideration of foreign nationals who are citizens of countries that are not on the DOE’s Generally Authorized Destinations List: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-10/chapter-III/part-810/appendix-Appendix%20A%20to%20Part%20810.

About Us

SIA is an engineering consulting firm serving various industries including Nuclear Power, Energy Services, Pipeline Integrity, and Critical Infrastructure.Join a team of internationally recognized experts in a culture based on knowledge, excellence, and respect for one another. Our employees are members of a distinct community of internationally respected professionals committed to quality, engineering innovation and a shared goal of building a safer world

Why Work at SIA

SIA offers a competitive salary and performance-based bonus program. Our retirement benefits include a Traditional 401k, Roth 401k, and an employer match. To help employees maintain a work-life balance, SIA also offers various paid time off including vacation, floating holidays, sick time, and parental leave.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account for health care and dependent care
• ID theft protection and credit monitoring

Structural Integrity Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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