Senior Mechanical Engineer

Flowtec Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowtec Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and development of industrial water and wastewater equipment. This on-site role focuses on taking projects from design through fabrication and commissioning, ensuring compliance with ASME, AWWA, API, and related codes.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of experience; a PE license is preferred. On-site work is required in Warren, NJ or Houston, TX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master's degree is an asset.
• 5+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of design codes and standards: ASME, AWWA, API.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design of pressure vessels, piping systems, skids, and packaged water treatment equipment.
• Review P&IDs, general arrangements, fabrication drawings, BOMs.
• Select and specify pumps, valves, piping, and other mechanical equipment.
• Perform and review mechanical engineering calculations.
• Ensure designs meet ASME, ANSI, AWWA, API and other codes.
• Manage engineering data, parts, and BOMs in the ERP system.
• Collaborate with Process, Electrical, Project Management, and Manufacturing teams.
• Review vendor drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Support fabrication, assembly, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work directly with customers and stakeholders to resolve technical issues and ensure successful project execution.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree (asset)

Job description

Work Arrangement: On-site, Warren, NJ or Houston, TX

Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 5+ years of experience to lead mechanical design, analysis, and development of complex industrial water and wastewater treatment systems and equipment. This is a senior technical role with responsibility for engineered systems from design through fabrication and commissioning. Our client is part of a major global industrial organization, designing and manufacturing advanced water and wastewater treatment solutions for petrochemical, chemical, power generation, and heavy industrial customers. The position comes with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage, a retirement program with company contributions, company-sponsored life insurance, and paid time off.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lead mechanical design of pressure vessels, piping systems, skids, and packaged water treatment equipment.
• Review P&IDs, general arrangements, fabrication drawings, detailed drawings, and BOMs.
• Select and specify pumps, valves, piping, and other mechanical equipment.
• Perform and review mechanical engineering calculations.
• Ensure designs meet applicable ASME, ANSI, AWWA, API, and other relevant codes and standards.
• Manage engineering data, parts, and BOMs within the ERP system.
• Collaborate with Process, Electrical, Project Management, and Manufacturing teams.
• Review vendor drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Support fabrication, assembly, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work directly with customers and stakeholders to resolve technical issues and ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master's degree is an asset.
• 5+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is Preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design codes and standards, including ASME, AWWA, and API.
• Experience with pressure vessels, piping systems, pumps, valves, skids, or packaged process equipment.
• Industrial water/wastewater or related process-industry experience is highly desirable.
• Strong technical problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple engineering projects and priorities.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating across engineering and manufacturing teams.