Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Houston, TX
Type: Direct Hire
Contractor Work Model: Onsite

System One is assisting a client in hiring a Mechanical Engineer. The position will manage the mechanical integrity program, provide and support Risk Based Inspection analysis, perform pressure equipment assessments and assist with repair plans, supervise general mechanical work, provide expertise on equipment design/selection and enforce plant policies and procedures. Own and maintain pipe specification.

• Must have Mechanical Engineering degree from an accredited university
• Must have Texas PE
• 10+ years MI and project execution in the oil and gas, refining, or chemical industries

Essential Functions

• In collaboration with the Engineering Manager, develops Preventive and Predictive Maintenance plans
• Own and Manage, coordinate and implement all MI relate activities and program documents.
• Develops Equipment Strategy to maximize equipment lifetime and minimize unplanned downtimes
• Following areas will fall under Mechanical Engineer scope of responsibility:* Static equipment: Pressure vessels, Piping, Valves, Heat Exchangers, Boilers and Fired Heaters; Storage Tanks, PSVs, PVSVs, ERVs, boilers, * Machinery equipment : pumps, blowers, compressors, Agitators,
• The Mechanical engineer will provide and support Risk Based Inspection analysis, perform pressure equipment damage assessments
• Provide mechanical engineering expertise in troubleshooting equipment issues, evaluation of equipment failures and technical recommendations for repairs/upgrades
• Assists in developing key metrics to measure the site maintenance performance and develop improvement plans
• Responsible to support critical spare parts/inventory program to optimize production downtime
• Projects:* Responsible for mechanical design during FEL and Definition phase of projects. * Supports Projects Department with identifying Maintenance requirements for Capital projects* Provides support and coordination with vendors, contractors, as needed and requested by Project Manager
• Support the development of best practices and design standards
• Identify data that needs to be highlighted for discussion and potential intervention.
• Accountable for compliance with all pertinent internal/external regulatory requirements (HSE, Process Safety, Management of Change, Mechanical
• Integrity, Compliance Reporting, Action Item Closure, etc.).
• Maintenance of ISO 9001:2008 certifications for the business by complying with processes, procedures and instructions for all activities in which this role participates
• Complies with all pertinent safety policies, rules and regulations

• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company's core values, competencies, and skills.

Skills and Abilities

• Leadership and effective people management skills.
• Equipment with rotating equipment is desired
• Basic knowledge of metalurgy is necessary
• Ability to perform pipe stress or pressure vessel calculations.
• Experience developing standard piping specification
• Demonstrated ability to master mechanical equipment, manufacturing and chemical process equipment, product and process knowledge
• Understanding of engineering principles and how to apply methods to existing equipment
• Experience with preventative and predictive maintenance techniques
• Experience/knowledge troubleshooting mechanical equipment, to include leading Root Cause Failure Analysis and driving corrective/preventative actions from it
• Ability to support plant as needed after hours
• Creative problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to foster effective relationships with Production and other functional areas.
• Demonstrated ability to act decisively and deliver results.
• Demonstrated experience with manufacturing safety programs
• Very knowledgeable of ASME code Section I, II, IV, V, VII, VIII, and IX as well as ASME B31.1 and ASME B31.3
• Self-starter
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills

Licenses and Certifications

• Texas P.E License Required

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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