Senior Process & Mechanical Engineer - PFD/P&ID & Hydraulics

Jobtailor; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Process/Mechanical Engineer to advance design for large-scale power, refining, and chemical projects. You will develop PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment datasheets, perform hydraulic analyses, and size major equipment while translating design basis into actionable tasks.

The role involves participation in PHA reviews, compliance with safety and environmental standards, and coordination with EPC teams. A PE license is preferred and AspenTech tools are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in chemical or mechanical engineering.
• 15+ years of experience as a Process/Mechanical Engineer in oil refining, gas processing, power, or chemical industries.
• 7+ years in power, refining/gas processing, petrochemical or similar PSM regulated industries.
• Licensed Professional Engineer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs, and equipment datasheets.
• Develop heat and mass balance.
• Size pumps, vessels, heat exchangers, and air coolers.
• Perform hydraulic analysis for piping systems and distributions.
• Translate design basis into definable process tasks.
• Participate in client PHA reviews and risk assessments.

Skills

Process Flow Diagram Development

Piping And Instrumentation Diagram

Hydraulic Analysis

ASME And API 520/521 Knowledge

Process Hazard Analysis Participation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AspenTech Suite

Aspen Hysys

Thermoflow

AFT

Fathom

Arrow

Impulse

Korf

HTRI

Flarenet

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Process/Mechanical Engineer to advance design for large-scale power, refining, and chemical projects. You will develop PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment datasheets, perform hydraulic analyses, and size major equipment while translating design basis into actionable tasks.

The role involves participation in PHA reviews, compliance with safety and environmental standards, and coordination with EPC teams. A PE license is preferred and AspenTech tools are valued.