Senior Mechanical Engineer - Katy, United States - Koch Industries

Koch Industries Katy, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Your Job

Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD), a Koch Company, is actively seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to join the team at our headquarters in Katy, TX. This role will be responsible for leading mechanical design efforts for successful implementation of EPC projects from early development phase to commissioning and turnover. The ideal candidate would have experience with a variety of Mechanical Engineering activities (rotating equipment, static equipment, piping design, heat exchangers, etc.) and have an interest in full ownership of mechanical engineering design of assigned projects.

Our Team

Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD) is an engineering/construction company headquartered in Katy, TX with an expertise in the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries. OPD is part of the larger Koch Engineered Solutions (KES) organization which provides a variety of capabilities across many industries. Originally incorporated in 1980, OPD has developed a strong reputation for honesty, integrity, and ability to successfully execute projects. OPD has a key advantage in being able to supply construction services as well as engineering/procurement. This enables clients to have a one stop shop for the overall project, providing increased efficiency and avoiding potential interface problems. OPDs industry experience, flexibility, and personal attention have made us a preferred partner to our customers and our tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere makes OPD a great place to work.

What You Will Do

Organizational Efforts

OPD Specification development/improvement to ensure compliance with industry best practices, codes and standards
Development of internal-use tools to improve efficiency and accuracy of engineering deliverables
Mentor and develop less experienced engineers through knowledge sharing

During Engineering and Procurement Phases

Review of, and proper application of, client standards as it pertains to static and rotating equipment, pipe/valves/fittings, welding, inspection and test plans, etc
Equipment specification
Vetting of Request for Quote (RFQ) packages
Technical review of vendor quotes, including pre-purchase review
Provide Project Managers with guidance on design, purchase, installation, and post-construction support for all mechanical equipment
Participation in structured and individual review of project documentation, such as Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), 3-D models, equipment lists, etc
Participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and/or HAZOPs
Development of pipe specifications
Development of project specific Post-Weld Heat Treat (PWHT) requirements, Non-Destructive E... (NDE) requirements, bolt coating requirements, torquing requirements, etc

During Construction Phase

Provide technical support for field construction personnel, as needed, including site visits
Commissioning/start up support
Request For Information (RFI) support

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

Experience performing Mechanical Engineering duties with EPC or end user in industrial manufacturing
Working knowledge of ASME codes and API standards
Experience specifying or maintaining Rotating Equipment (Pumps, Compressors, Expanders, etc.)

What Will Put You Ahead

Bachelors' Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or equiv.
Familiarity with ASME 31.3 and/or ASME 31.8 as well as piping specifications
Engineer in Training (EIT) Certificate or PE License
Direct experience in completing full scope engineering, procurement, construction projects (EPC) on a lump sum, turn-key basis

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) provides clients with detailed engineering packages in all disciplines, single-point procurement for all equipment and materials, fabrication, and direct-hired construction services throughout the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities and provide services with faster speed to market to help deliver increased cost savings while minimizing risk.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information:

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