On an as needed basis. Schedule is flexible as long as deadlines are met. Specific working hours can be arranged in coordination with the hiring manager.
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Core Job Responsibilities
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on pipe stress and pipe support design, including ASME and other relevant codes and practices
Reviewing and checking piping flexibility and stress reports with CEASAR II Software.
Prepare calculations to address issues such as two-phase flow, water hammer, cyclic service, differential settlement, wind, seismic, PSV thrust force, etc.
Perform FEA evaluation of stresses at nozzles, or for determining user calculated SIFs, using NozzlePro.
Identify critical lines requiring pipe stress analysis, review line list to ensure adequate level of criticality is defined make sound engineering judgments on existing pipe that interacts with project scope.
Responsible for completing project specific objectives on schedule and on budget.
Provide engineering support by answering technical questions and requests.
Ensure every design maintains the highest level of quality, and pipe stress analysis results and requirements are incorporated.
Provide guidance and mentorship to the Associate Engineers in the department.
Work in a fast paced, multi-project environment and meet conflicting project schedules.
Work within company policy as outlined in the H+M Employee Handbook as well as the H+M Safety Manual and OSHA Safety rules.
Essential Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (minimum)
8+ years of applicable experience in refinery, petrochemical, and/or EPC industries.
Texas PE License preferred, with ability to acquire registration in various states.
Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards (including API 610, API 650, API 660, API 661, ASME B31.3, ASME BPVC, etc.)
Proficient in CAESAR II, NozzlePro.
Proficient with using Bluebeam, Navisworks and AutoCAD.
Ability to accurately estimate all piping engineering tasks on a project.
Must have excellent communication skills and be capable of interacting with other engineering disciplines, construction project managers, and clients.
Fully proficient in project execution and mechanical engineering work processes from FEED and detailed design through materials management, construction and pre-commissioning.
Ability to work with others to achieve job goals
Physical Requirements
Occasionally lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds
Sit for long periods of time
Occasionally stoop, kneel or crouch
Use hands and arms to reach for, grasp and manipulate objects
Tool Requirements
Environment
Most work time is spent in an office or home office environment.
