Mechanical Engineer

Eichleay, Inc.•Ferndale, WA

6d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Eichleay is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to work in a schedule-driven, collaborative environment, working closely with clients and reporting to the Mechanical Team Lead. The role focuses on process piping and fixed equipment, with a basic understanding of rotating equipment. The engineer evaluates, selects, and adapts standard techniques, procedures, and criteria, and may participate in project meetings, model reviews, and coordination with other project disciplines. The position includes mechanical engineering design and support for equipment and piping projects, including code calculations, equipment sizing and specifications, procurement support, drawing reviews, construction packages, installation activities, and mechanical acceptance. The role is hybrid: three days in Eichleay’s Ferndale, Washington office Tuesday through Thursday and two days working from home, with every other Friday off. Local client travel is required and may be at least one day per week; travel outside the area is expected to be minimal, less than 10%. Work may also occur at client sites, production facilities, or industrial/construction job sites. Overtime may be necessary as workload dictates, including weekdays and weekends.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science and/or master’s degree in mechanical engineering.
At least 3 years of mechanical engineering experience, including at least 2 years in refinery or other oil and gas-related industries.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including technical email communication, report writing, and group presentations.
Ability to adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to troubleshoot and solve technical problems as part of a team.
Strong organization and ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities.
Ability to consistently achieve goals, deliver accurate, high-quality work, and meet timelines.
Experience developing and reviewing technical documents and drawings to support procurement or modification of fixed and rotating equipment, including pressure vessels, tanks, separators, filters, heat transfer equipment, pumps, and compressors.
Familiarity with refinery standards, including ASME piping and pressure vessel codes, API standards, and the NBIC.
Experience in design and engineering support for fabrication of B31.1/B31.3 process piping, including basic flexibility analysis, hydrotest requirements, and material and coating selection.
Ability to form and foster collaborative relationships within Eichleay and with clients and partners.
Ability to travel to local clients; travel may be at least one day per week for meetings. Travel outside the area is expected to be less than 10%.
Must meet applicable industry requirements at hire or during employment, which may include HHFT safety training and a current card or ability to obtain one; client safety training and a current badge or ability to obtain one; and a TWIC certification and current card. A TWIC card must be obtained before the start date or the start date may be adjusted.
Must undergo background screening, including verification of previous employment, education, criminal history, and driving record.
Must participate in random drug and alcohol programs and meet applicable federally mandated drug/alcohol testing and in-depth screening requirements.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and able to obtain and maintain any required safety-sensitive site badge.
Must follow client site-based rules and protocols regarding infectious diseases.

Nice To Haves

EIT or PE license; preferred but not required.
Successful background executing projects in a refinery environment.
PE license or ability to obtain a PE license in Washington state.
Experience as a discipline lead managing a small team of mechanical engineers.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate commitment to health, safety, and environmental issues, addressing them as necessary to support zero harm and zero environmental incidents.
Ensure mechanical engineering designs meet applicable codes and standards, including company standards, API, ASME, and other standards for static and rotating equipment design and development.
Perform code calculations for ASME B31.1/B31.3 and ASME BPVC Sections I and VIII.
Prepare mechanical equipment descriptions, size equipment, and prepare equipment data sheets.
Prepare equipment and piping technical specification packages for vendor quotes and bid requests.
Perform technical bid evaluations and review vendor drawings and documentation.
Check piping isometrics, layouts, section views, pipe support details, and other piping specialty items.
Select welding procedures, nondestructive examination (NDE), and testing requirements.
Select coating and insulation systems for equipment and piping.
Prepare the mechanical portion of construction packages.
Communicate with Client Reliability Engineers and field contractors during scope development and installation activities.
Complete final job walk-downs for mechanical acceptance of installed scope and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews.
Interact effectively with employees at all levels, clients, and vendors.
Maintain a strong customer focus and build enduring relationships that support customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Pursue continued learning and education through internal and/or external training opportunities.