Mechanical Senior Engineer I

Matrix PDM Engineering; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Disability benefits

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Wellness program

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Matrix PDM Engineering in Houston, TX is seeking a Mechanical Senior Engineer I to lead discipline design and analysis for industrial piping projects from inception to construction. You will guide internal and external teams, develop equipment specs, and ensure technical excellence.

You will manage scope, budgets, and schedules, review PFDs and P&IDs, select components, and coordinate with suppliers. Strong communication and multi-project focus are essential to deliver safe, compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering required; MS degree preferred; PE preferred.
• 6+ years related engineering experience with industrial equipment and industrial piping systems.
• Strong knowledge of PFDs and P&IDs; understanding of industrial equipment and equipment packages, and valve selection.
• Knowledge of PHMSA standards, NFPA 59A, ASME B31.1/31.3, and ASME Section VIII preferred.
• Knowledge of basic process design and stress analyses including supports, guides, anchors, hangers preferred.
• Experience with procurement, commissioning and start-up standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead discipline on projects and manage internal/external resources.
• Design complete projects or systems and prepare project documents.
• Coordinate tasks with engineers, designers and staff.
• Plan and manage scope, budget and schedule for projects.
• Check constructability, safety, quality, interferences and coordination.
• Present project aspects at meetings and communicate progress.

Skills

PFDs & P&IDs

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

CAESAR II

AutoPipe

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

Job description

Job Summary

The Mechanical Senior Engineer I is responsible for performing expert level design and analysis work as directed to support various projects. The Senior Engineer I will be part of a project team from inception through construction completion. The role will act as a discipline lead for projects, managing internal and external resources as assigned/required.

Essential Functions

• Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values."
• Represents the Company at all times with high moral standards while adhering to the Company's "Code of Business Conduct and Ethics."
• Applies broad knowledge of industrial piping design principles and practices.
• Creates or modifies equipment specifications, communicate with equipment suppliers, and technically evaluate critical pieces and packages of industrial equipment.
• Independently evaluates, selects and adapts standard techniques, procedures and criteria.
• Acquires general knowledge of principles, and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
• Works on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects.
• Designs a complete project or system and prepares complete project documents.
• Coordinates tasks with engineers, designers and administrative staff.
• Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of engineering work.
• Prepares and manages scope, budget and schedule for projects or assignments; this includes any discipline internal or external resources assigned to support their projects are within scope, budget and schedule. Assists with developing proposals and hours estimates to provide professional services or engineering support.
• Checks entire job for constructability, interferences, operational safety, constructability and overall quality assurance.
• Communicates a strong sense of urgency about solving problems and getting work done.
• Receives general direction on key objectives.
• Receives guidance when necessary on unconventional or complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria.
• Cooperates with other team members; interacts with individuals at all organizational levels in professional manner, including PM, client, customers, officials, contractors and others.
• Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments
• Performs other related duties, as required or directed.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering required; MS degree preferred. Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.
• 6+ years related engineering experience with industrial equipment and industrial piping systems.
• Strong skill set in understanding PFD's and P&ID's; understanding of industrial equipment and equipment packages, and knowledge of selection of valves and other piping specialty components is required.
• Knowledge of PHMSA standards, recommended practices and design experience in NFPA 59A, ASME B31.1, ASME B31.3, and ASME Section VIII is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of basic process design and stress analyses including mechanical designs of supports, guides, anchors, hangers strongly preferred.
• Ability to understand client specifications, procurement, commissioning and start-up standards, documentation, practices, vendor data approvals, etc., strongly preferred.
• Experience using standard computer programs for design such as CAESAR II, AutoPipe, AutoCAD, , etc., is preferred.
• Cooperates with other team members; interacts with individuals at all organizational levels in professional manner.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills and ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously under time sensitive deadlines.
• Exhibits excellent listening, oral and written skills; ability to prepare and make project related presentations to clients is desirable.
• Demonstratives a proactive approach and consistently positive demeanor.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.).
• Occasional overtime and travel may be required.

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Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, disability benefits, life and AD&D insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP), a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), a robust wellness program and adoption assistance.

At Matrix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We encourage all whose experience aligns with the listed qualifications to apply and explore joining our organization.

EEO/M/F/Disability/Vets/Affirmative Action Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Education

Bachelor's Degree of Engineering (preferred)

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