Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Primoris Engineering

ZipRecruiter; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the oil and gas sector is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for its midstream EPC team in Houston. This role involves leading design activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and providing mentorship to junior engineers. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in mechanical engineering and a strong background in midstream projects.

Benefits

Paid Company Holidays

Paid PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA

401K with matching contribution

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in mechanical engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards (ASME, API, ANSI).
• Proficient in mechanical design software.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and engineering activities for midstream projects.
• Conduct detailed mechanical analysis including stress analysis and thermal analysis.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients to define project scope.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Primoris Engineering is a leading Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company specializing in the midstream oil and gas sector. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to our clients, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency in every project.

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our midstream EPC team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, with expertise in the design, analysis, and execution of midstream projects, including pipelines, compressors, and related facilities. This role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects while adhering to budget, schedule, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and engineering activities for midstream projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Develop and review mechanical engineering deliverables, including specifications, calculations, drawings, and reports.
• Conduct detailed mechanical analysis, including stress analysis, fluid dynamics, and thermal analysis.
• Oversee procurement activities, including the evaluation and selection of mechanical equipment and materials.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and other engineering disciplines to define project scope, schedule, and deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Participate in risk assessments and contribute to the development of mitigation strategies.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement in engineering processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in mechanical engineering within the oil and gas industry, with a focus on midstream projects.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards (ASME, API, ANSI) and design codes.
• Proficient in mechanical design software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CAE tools).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Company Overview

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide a wide range of construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power , oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. For additional information, please visit www.prim.com.

Primoris Engineering provides complete professional and technical engineering services, including feasibility studies, process design packages, front-end engineering designs, economic analysis, detailed engineering, survey, and construction and commissioning services for projects in the Refining, Renewables, Chemicals, and Mid-Stream markets. We are experts in the process heater marketplace and designing and supplying reformers, heaters, Selective Catalytic Reductions (SCR), and waste-heat recovery units around the world. Engineering offices are located in Tyler, TX, Houston, TX, San Dimas, CA, and Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Benefits

• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term , 401K with matching contribution

EEO Statement

We are an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Primoris will not accept any unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiting agencies either domestic or international. Primoris nor its subsidiaries will be responsible for any fees from the use of any unsolicited resumes either through our ATS or via electronic mail systems from any agency representative or agency consultant unless your firm is an approved vendor partner with a current executed agreement.

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