Furnace Mechanical Engineer I

Genesis • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Furnace Mechanical Engineer I (New Graduate) supports the design, engineering, and technical execution of industrial furnaces, fired heaters, and associated mechanical equipment for energy, petrochemical, and process-industry projects. Under the guidance of experienced engineers, the role develops technical capability in furnace mechanical design, material selection, engineering calculations, equipment specifications, and multidisciplinary coordination. The engineer supports projects from conceptual design and FEED through detailed engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction support.

The position works with senior engineers and technical mentors to build specialized furnace and fired-heater engineering knowledge. It participates in technical meetings, design reviews, and project coordination, organizes assigned work to meet quality expectations and deadlines, and takes part in training and professional development.

The engineer follows company engineering procedures, quality expectations, and applicable HSE requirements; supports compliance with project specifications and relevant industry standards; maintains accurate engineering calculations and controlled documentation; escalates potential technical or safety concerns; and supports continuous improvement and practical, safe engineering solutions. The position is based in Houston, Texas, and occasional project-site or vendor-facility travel may be required. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Recent graduate or up to two years of relevant engineering experience.
• Fundamental understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, mechanical design, and materials science.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Mechanical design fundamentals and engineering calculations.
• Understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and high-temperature equipment considerations.
• Basic understanding of material selection, fabrication, and manufacturing methods.
• Ability to evaluate technical information and develop solutions with senior-engineer guidance.
• Attention to detail, commitment to engineering quality, and willingness to learn specialized furnace design practices.

Nice To Haves

• Engineering internship, co-op, or academic project experience in energy, petrochemical, manufacturing, or EPC environments.
• Coursework or project experience in thermal systems, combustion, heat transfer, or industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or comparable engineering design tools.
• Exposure to industrial furnaces, fired heaters, or combustion equipment.
• Introductory familiarity with API 560 and relevant ASME standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mechanical design and engineering of industrial furnaces, fired heaters, and associated equipment for energy and petrochemical projects.
• Prepare and check engineering calculations, technical datasheets, specifications, and drawings under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Support mechanical design of furnace components, including casings, tubes, headers, structural supports, and related mechanical systems.
• Assist with material selection and engineering evaluations based on design temperature, pressure, service conditions, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with process, piping, structural, instrumentation, and other disciplines to resolve technical interfaces.
• Participate in reviews of vendor drawings, technical proposals, fabrication documents, and equipment submittals.
• Support responses to technical questions during procurement, fabrication, installation, and construction.
• Contribute to deliverable tracking and engineering documentation across conceptual design, FEED, and detailed engineering phases.
• Participate in technical meetings, design reviews, and project coordination activities; communicate progress and technical questions promptly.
• Organize assigned work to meet quality expectations and project deadlines while seeking appropriate review and guidance.
• Participate in training and professional development to strengthen engineering judgment and technical capabilities.
• Follow engineering procedures, quality expectations, applicable HSE requirements, project specifications, and relevant industry standards.
• Maintain accurate engineering calculations, design records, and controlled documentation.
• Identify potential technical or safety concerns and escalate them to the lead engineer.
• Support continuous improvement and practical, safe engineering solutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level