Entry-Level Junior Mechanical Field Engineer (TRAVEL)
About The Position
The Rotating Equipment, Vibration, Dynamics Inspection Mechanical Engineer is an entry-level role for a highly motivated individual with a strong mechanical engineering background who is eager to develop expertise in fixed equipment and rotating machinery. The primary responsibility is to execute piping vibration severity assessments at operating refineries across the country. The engineer will carry out consulting and development projects independently and/or under the guidance of senior engineers. The role calls for foundational knowledge of stress analysis, strength of materials, and vibration analysis, along with a proactive, adaptable approach to problem-solving. The position involves approximately 75% travel or temporary relocation to one of the listed US locations. The nominal schedule is 15 days on and 6 days off; revised schedules may be permitted for engineers willing to relocate. After the first year of assignment, reassignment requests will be considered. The engineer performs field vibration testing and analysis, supports multidisciplinary work involving rotating equipment and other plant systems, and develops additional skills in engineering calculations, piping vibration and stress analysis, and applicable ASME and B31 design calculations. The position also supports equipment troubleshooting, rotating equipment diagnostics, capital projects, development of best practices, and project management and technical review activities.
Requirements
- Four-year degree in mechanical engineering or a related field; the posting lists an education level of 4 Year Degree.
- Strong mechanical engineering background and foundational knowledge in stress analysis, strength of materials, and vibration analysis.
- Ability to travel approximately 75% or temporarily relocate to a listed US location.
- Ability to seek advice and feedback after appropriate investigation, meet deadlines under pressure, follow through on commitments, and take ownership of work.
- Attention to detail and ability to validate the technical accuracy of work.
- Ability to solve complex problems, identify alternative approaches, make appropriate engineering assumptions, and anticipate potential outcomes.
- Effective oral and written client communication skills, including site presentations, and technical report-writing skills.
- Ability to build client relationships, work effectively with a range of client and internal personnel, and contribute to teamwork and collaboration.
- Ability to multitask and respond with appropriate urgency to client needs.
- Interest in developing expertise in fixed equipment, rotating machinery, vibration, stress analysis, and related engineering areas.
Responsibilities
- Apply engineering principles to solve problems in stress analysis, strength of materials, and vibration analysis.
- Direct inspectors and subcontractors during vibration field assessments under the supervision of a Group Head.
- Perform in-field vibration testing and analysis of equipment.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address issues involving rotating equipment, piping, pressure vessels, and fired heaters.
- Develop skills in fundamental stress and strain calculations; piping vibration analysis, including natural frequency assessments and dynamic analysis; piping stress analysis, including B31 compliance and dynamic assessments; and ASME Section VIII, Divisions 1 and 2, and B31 series design calculations.
- Assist with troubleshooting and optimizing pump and compressor performance.
- Assist with rotating equipment diagnostics, including transient vibration data collection and analysis and fault detection.
- Support capital projects, including equipment specification, shop inspection, performance testing, installation, startup, and commissioning.
- Develop best practices and standards under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Apply relevant experience in vibration and signal analysis, finite element analysis, piping stress analysis, and reliability engineering.
- Provide project management, analytical, and technical review support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
