Mechanical Resource Manager

Keystone Engineering Inc.; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Engineering Inc. in Port Arthur, TX, is seeking a Mechanical Resource Manager to provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, and drive mechanical design standards across offices.

The role includes serving as the primary technical authority for mechanical disciplines (piping, rotating equipment, pressure vessels), overseeing deliverables, supporting proposals, and collaborating across offices. Travel to sites is occasional.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 15+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with oil & gas, petrochemical, refining, or related industries.
• Proven track record mentoring and developing engineers.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical authority for mechanical engineering disciplines, including piping, rotating equipment, pressure vessels, and other critical systems.
• Provide oversight and review of mechanical engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with industry codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Support proposal development and project execution by providing mechanical scope definition, estimates, and risk assessments.
• Act as a mentor to early-career and mid-level mechanical engineers across offices.
• Conduct training sessions, workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Promote cross-office collaboration, ensuring alignment in methodologies, tools, and project approaches.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineering leads to resolve technical challenges and support project delivery.
• Develop and maintain mechanical engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mentorship

Mechanical design standards

Piping

Rotating equipment

Pressure vessels

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

PE license

Tools

ASME codes

API standards

ANSI standards

Job description

Keystone Engineering Inc. opened for business in 1988 and for decades, has been a reliable provider of qualified engineering resources and technically innovative solutions. Keystone was founded to be an enduring company that provides quality project management, engineering, drafting, and procurement services, as well as, provides an environment for our employees and clients to innovate, thrive, and be successful.

Keystone's family of companies include: Milestone Project Services, SIS SILverstone, VeraPro, and Salmon & Associates

Our varied and extensive experience indicates that successful projects come down to personnel. We incorporate their individual skills in a process that’s geared toward excellence. The intentional pairing of people and process is the reason why clients know that they can trust their projects in the hands of Keystone. Services Offered: 3D Laser Scanning Controls & Automation Construction Management Design & Drafting Engineering: Civil/Structural, Electrical, Mechanical, Process Functional Safety Information Technology Instrumentation On-Site Services Operations & Commissioning Support Procurement Project Management.

Keystone Engineering is currently seeking a Mechanical Resource Manager to join our team and provide technical leadership, mentorship, and support. This individual will play a key role in ensuring high-quality engineering deliverables, developing junior talent, and driving consistency in mechanical design standards and best practices across multiple offices.

Position Type:Full time

Location:Port Arthur office

Work Environment/Physical Demands: Office/Sedentary

Travel Requirements: Occasional site visits required

Essential Functions:

• Technical Expertise & Guidance
  • Serve as the primary technical authority for mechanical engineering disciplines, including piping, rotating equipment, pressure vessels, and other critical systems
  • Provide oversight and review of mechanical engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with industry codes, standards, and client requirements
  • Support proposal development and project execution by providing mechanical scope definition, estimates, and risk assessments
• Act as a mentor to early-career and mid-level mechanical engineers across offices, fostering skill development and professional growth
• Conduct training sessions, workshops, and knowledge-sharing initiatives to elevate technical competence across the organization
• Promote cross-office collaboration, ensuring alignment in methodologies, tools, and project approaches
• Project & Office Support
  • Collaborate with project managers and engineering leads to resolve technical challenges and support project delivery
  • Provide support for complex or high-value projects, particularly in the petrochemical, refining, and midstream markets
  • Act as a resource for site visits, client meetings, and troubleshooting during construction, commissioning, and turnaround activities
• Develop and maintain mechanical engineering standards, procedures, and best practices
• Support initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and innovation within the mechanical discipline
• Provide feedback from project execution to strengthen lessons learned and knowledge management systems

Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 15+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on oil & gas, petrochemical, refining, or related industries
• Proven track record of mentoring and developing engineers
• Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI, etc.)
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.