Mechanical Engineer / Quality Control

Tessenderlo Group•Carlsbad, NM

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer / Quality Control works with internal and external clients to design, specify, and support the fabrication, installation, and operation of mechanical equipment, while maintaining responsibility for the Project Services Quality Control Program. The role functions as a hands-on Mechanical Engineer II and has formal authority for quality control and ASME Code compliance for shop-fabricated and field-installed equipment. It supports projects from early design through fabrication, construction, and commissioning. The primary role is mechanical engineering: designing vessels and mechanical equipment; performing applicable ASME code calculations; reviewing drawings and project documentation; preparing specifications and scopes of work; supporting procurement; conducting vendor and field inspections; resolving technical nonconformances; and supporting operating plants and capital projects. The position coordinates with engineering, project management, fabrication, procurement, construction, operations, HS&E, inspectors, and quality control personnel to address technical requirements and support safe, compliant project execution. The secondary role is leadership of the Project Services Quality Control Program in accordance with ASME ‘S’, ‘U’, and ‘R’ stamp certification requirements. This includes maintaining quality and code documentation, coordinating inspections and testing, managing welder and welding-procedure qualifications, overseeing material receiving inspections, maintaining fabrication and nonconformance records, and supervising or backing up quality control inspectors. The role requires travel to project and fabrication sites and involves the physical activities and capabilities described in the posting.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
5–10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in pressure vessel and piping design.
Prior experience supporting quality control and ASME code compliance activities in a fabrication or industrial environment.
Ability to independently execute engineering responsibilities while coordinating effectively across engineering, fabrication, procurement, inspection, and management teams.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact professionally with inspectors, regulators, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Proactive, solution-oriented approach with a high level of ownership and accountability.
Team-oriented mindset and willingness to support others and adapt as priorities shift.
Working knowledge of ASME Sections I, II, V, VIII, and IX; API; NBIC; ANSI; and NACE standards.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand for prolonged periods, climb multiple flights of stairs, and perform tasks using reaching, pulling, and pushing techniques.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, including standing, walking, sitting, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearing; close vision for working with documents and systems.

Responsibilities

Design vessels and mechanical equipment, considering impacts on instrumentation, relief devices, piping, valves, foundations, and structural steel.
Perform ASME code calculations for shop-built vessels and applicable piping using CEI and/or Codeware/Compress software and hand calculations.
Review engineering drawings for conformance with applicable codes, design standards, and company specifications.
Prepare project-specific piping, material, and equipment specifications.
Prepare and approve scopes of work and specifications for mechanical activities, including vessel lifts and demolitions, insulation, refractory installation, and specialty construction work.
Review and approve equipment lists, valve lists, and P&IDs for consistency, mechanical integrity, and alignment with specifications and supporting documents.
Maintain master P&IDs with redlines and communicate changes across disciplines and departments.
Prepare Procurement Request Forms and support procurement, including bid evaluations, vendor selection, and delivery reviews.
Review vendor drawings, data, and final documentation packages for compliance and completeness.
Perform vendor and field inspections, witness hydrostatic and other required testing, and prepare inspection reports.
Respond to Material Receiving Inspection Reports and resolve technical nonconformances using engineering judgment.
Provide mechanical engineering support to operating plants, construction activities, and small capital projects.
Assist with project estimates, schedules, and budgets and support project management as needed.
Travel to project and fabrication sites to support engineering, construction, and quality activities.
Ensure engineering and fabrication activities adhere to HS&E standards, ASME Code requirements, and company specifications throughout design, fabrication, inspection, and installation.
Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management, Fabrication, Procurement, Construction, Operations, HS&E, and Quality Control personnel to resolve technical issues and support execution through commissioning.
Communicate and document engineering decisions, quality status, nonconformances, and compliance risks to management, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
Maintain and administer the Project Services Quality Control Program in accordance with ASME ‘S’, ‘U’, and ‘R’ stamp certification requirements.
Maintain the Quality Control Manual, ASME Code files, National Board number log, NBIC repair log, and required letters to file.
Coordinate Authorized Inspector activities, third-party NDE, and required inspections; maintain related reports, procedures, and qualifications.
Maintain welder qualifications, welding procedure qualifications, continuity logs, and supervisory inspector qualifications.
Qualify new welders and welding procedures as required.
Perform quality control reviews of engineering, design, procurement, and fabrication documentation.
Create and maintain fabrication travelers, weld maps, Nonconformance Reports, and QC logs.
Oversee material receiving inspections and verify material test reports, stampings, dimensions, and material control markings for ASME code materials.
Supervise, direct, and provide backup support for quality control inspectors as required.
Maintain required qualifications for company-appointed Responsible Charge Engineers and Quality Control Inspectors, including annual reviews and vision exams.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage with low employee premiums.
401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of employee contribution.
Year-end company retirement contribution of up to 4% of annual base salary.
Short-Term Incentive awards based on measured performance criteria.
Life insurance equal to 2x annual base salary.
Paid vacation, sick time, and 10 paid holidays per year.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per calendar year, non-taxable.
Adoption assistance with up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance.
Paid maternal and parental leave.
Business travel life and accident insurance.
Flexible Spending Account.
Telemedicine program for employees and dependents.
Long-Term Disability insurance.
Company referral program.