Rotating Equipment Engineer

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors; Plaquemine (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Hargrove Engineers + Constructors in the United States seeks a Mechanical Engineer to perform complete designs for mechanical systems on small and large projects, under general supervision.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of industrial mechanical experience, PE preferred, strong knowledge of piping, design codes, and CMMS, with a collaborative mindset to coordinate with maintenance, operations, and other engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of relevant industrial mechanical engineering experience.
• PE registration preferred.
• Knowledge of design codes and piping materials specifications.
• Experience with piping system sizing and stress analysis.
• Proficient with CAD drafting standards and documentation.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete designs for mechanical assignments under supervision.
• Evaluate rotating equipment performance and support maintenance.
• Support turnarounds and unit shutdowns when needed.
• Assist troubleshooting and reliability improvements.
• Develop and implement maintenance procedures and KPI tracking.
• Represent maintenance in project kickoff meetings and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Rotating equipment expert

Piping design knowledge

Engineering analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Strong communication

CAD drafting standards

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) registration preferred

Tools

CMMS

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

What You'll Be DoingJob Scope: Generally responsible for performing all aspects for complete designs of small and large mechanical engineering assignments using theoretical knowledge and practical design methods. This work will be performed under general supervision.Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:Rotating equipment SME – Equipment evaluation, performance monitoring, maintenance repair supportConduct analysis of equipment reliability performance, develop improvement strategies collaborating with Maintenance and Operations teamsSupports scheduled turnarounds and unplanned unit shutdowns as necessary for the site.Assist the operating units with day-to-day equipment troubleshooting in their area of responsibility.Manage the review, modification, and addition of preventative maintenance task with CMMS system for rotating equipmentSupport/Lead equipment failure investigations collaborating with maintenance, operations and engineering teamsDevelops repair timelines for critical equipment undergoing routine and major maintenance workRepresent maintenance/reliability interest at project kickoff meetings and communicate any impacts to the maintenance teamDevelop and implement maintenance procedures and processes as neededSteward the maintenance work process through review of KPI’s and metricsLead cost improvement initiative projectsIdeal BackgroundEducation: Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university is required.Registration: Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred.Experience: This position requires 3+ years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical engineering.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of design standards and codes.Knowledge, application and specification of piping materials.Development of piping material and material procurement specifications.Knowledge of good design practices for sizing all piping systems.Sizing of compressible fluid piping systems.Flexibility and stress analysis of moderately complex piping systems.Specify criteria for and select piping specialty items.Design of moderately complex process and utility piping systems.Knowledge of manual valve sizing, use and application.Knowledge of application of piping supports and restraints.Identification of need, application and specification of safety valves and devices to maintain the mechanical integrity of piping systems.Identification of need, application and specification of steam traps and liquid drainers.Estimating piping related construction quantities from conceptual documents.Knowledge of other disciplines deliverable development to ensure coordination of design efforts.Knowledge and application of company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.Knowledge of the discipline specific methods, practices and techniques required to engineer, design and construct process and manufacturing projects.Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.Excellent presentation skills.Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships are developed and able to provide interoffice execution support with general supervision.Physical Requirements:Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.Hargrove CultureWe work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work.As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.Equal Opportunity Employment StatementHargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.