Valve Engineer II

US364 Valvtechnologies, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmet is seeking an experienced Valve Engineer II to join our New Product Development team. The engineer will design and develop valve products including gate valves for slurry severe service, trunnion ball valves metal seated API 6D for severe service, and API 6A ball valves rated at 15,000 psi.

The role requires CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and engineering analysis tools (FEA, CFD), plus strong knowledge of API 6D, API 6A, MSS-SP-81, and ASME codes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• 3-5 years of valve design and development experience preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD software and engineering analysis tools.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes such as API 6D, API 6A, MSS-SP-81, and ASME codes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new valve products ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Perform engineering calculations and simulations to validate designs.
• Create and maintain detailed drawings and specifications.
• Oversee prototype development and testing, analyze results, and adjust designs as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development.

Skills

CAD software

FEA/CFD

API codes knowledge

communication

teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

FEA

CFD

Job description

Position: Valve Engineer II - New Product Development Department: Research and Development

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and innovative Valve Engineer II to join our New Product Development team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing new product lines, including gate valves for slurry severe service, trunnion ball valves metal seated API 6D for severe service high temperature and high cycling, and API 6A ball valves rated at 15,000 psi. This role requires a solid understanding of valve engineering principles and industry codes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new valve products, ensuring they meet industry standards and customer requirements
• Conduct engineering calculations and simulations to validate design concepts
• Create and maintain detailed engineering documentation, including drawings and specifications
• Oversee prototype development and testing, analyzing results and making necessary design adjustments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices
• May perform any other work-related functions as deemed necessary and appropriate by immediate supervisor

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in valve design and development
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and engineering analysis tools (e.g., FEA, CFD)
• Strong knowledge of industry codes such as API 6D, API 6A, MSS-SP-81, and ASME codes
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

http://www.valmet.com Valmet is a global technology leader in serving process industries. We work with our customers throughout the lifecycle, delivering cutting-edge technologies and services, as well as mission-critical automation and flow control solutions. Backed by more than 225 years of industrial experience and a global team of 18,500 professionals close to customers, we are uniquely positioned to transform industries toward a regenerative tomorrow. In 2025, Valmet's net sales totaled approximately EUR 5.2 billion. Our head office is in Espoo, Finland, and we have experts in approximately 40 countries around the world. Valmet's shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki.

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