Power Plant Mechanical Engineer - Design & Optimization

Kodiak Gas Services LLC; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodiak Gas Services LLC seeks a Mechanical Engineer to support design, installation, performance, and optimization of power plant systems. You will partner with Engineering, Commercial, Operations, Construction, and other teams to develop mechanical designs that meet Kodiak standards and customer requirements.

You will analyze system performance, contribute to continuous improvement, maintain drawings, and support field operations to enhance reliability, safety, and operating efficiency.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering (ABET accredited) is required.
• 2–3 years of engineering experience, preferably in engines, emissions, or power performance.
• Experience designing or supporting mechanical systems in industrial environments, including compression equipment and piping.
• Experience collecting, organizing, and analyzing data; summarizing findings.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, thermodynamics, fluid systems, and equipment performance.
• Proven problem-solving skills and collaboration across teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Design power plant systems to meet specs, performance and industry standards.
• Review field evaluations and performance data to identify improvements.
• Troubleshoot inefficiencies, malfunctions, or performance concerns involving units and equipment.
• Review, develop, and maintain engineering drawings to align with standards.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Construction to incorporate customer requirements.
• Support mechanical design activities, including equipment selection, piping, layout, and integration.
• Participate in design reviews and prepare technical deliverables.
• Analyze data and develop recommendations to improve performance, reliability, safety, and efficiency.
• Ensure engineering work complies with standards, codes, specifications, and safety regulations.
• Complete Kodiak safety training and promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

Thermodynamics

Fluid systems

Equipment performance

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Project execution support

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

P&ID training

BOM training

Engineering design software

Job description

Kodiak Gas Services LLC seeks a Mechanical Engineer to support design, installation, performance, and optimization of power plant systems. You will partner with Engineering, Commercial, Operations, Construction, and other teams to develop mechanical designs that meet Kodiak standards and customer requirements.

You will analyze system performance, contribute to continuous improvement, maintain drawings, and support field operations to enhance reliability, safety, and operating efficiency.