Mechanical Integrity Engineer | 15+ Years

Wiss Janney Elstner Associates • Houston, TX

17d • $115,650 - $192,750

About The Position

Bring your problem-solving mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and established expertise to WJE's Metallurgy & Applied Mechanics practice . Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE) is seeking an experienced Mechanical Integrity Engineer with 15 + years of experience for an opportunity to be an integral part of our growing Fitness For Service (FFS) practice based in Houston, Texas . With an in-depth knowledge of process equipment damage mechanisms, fixed-equipment mechanical integrity (FEMI), and safety-critical FFS evaluations, you will support our established clients, while also pursuing clients and projects from your existing professional network. As an employee-owner at WJE, you will have the day-to-day autonomy and flexibility to direct this next chapter of your career , combined with the resources and support of working for a well-established organization: stability and benefits, administrative project support, a collaborative environment, the company’s collective interdisciplinary knowledge , and state-of-the-art laboratory and testing capabilities .

Requirements

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in aerospace, civil/structural, mechanical engineering, or related field; master’s degree or PhD a plus
• Minimum fifteen years of relevant industry experience within petrochemical, refining, power generation, upstream, midstream, mining, or other heavy industrial markets with demonstrated expertise in: Level 3 assessment in accordance with API 579 / ASME FFS-1 Fitness-For-Service Standard Fracture mechanics, fatigue, and failure mechanisms Nonlinear finite element analysis for steel, concrete, and other construction materials; ABAQUS (Abaqus FEA) preferred Design, repairs/alterations, and reliability of fixed equipment, pressure vessels, and piping
• Dedicated self-starter , motivated to contribute to the growth of an expanding consulting practice based on a "principles first" problem-solving approach
• Excellent technical, graphical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel and attend meetings at various office, field, and plant sites
• Ability to perform inspections of process equipment and other structures, both visually and with instruments
• Ability to safely work at heights, in confined spaces, and in a variety of occupationally hazardous locations, including outdoors with exposure to temperature extremes
• Ability to safely use and/or operate ladders, scaffolds, lifts, and other access equipment
• Ability to lift and carry materials, tools, and other heavy equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Medically fit to utilize respiratory protection devices and other forms of Personal Protective Equipment
• Ability to drive and safely operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) and authorization to work and travel throughout the United States without restrictions

Nice To Haves

• master’s degree or PhD a plus

Responsibilities

• Technical project execution for the day-to-day success of multiple concurrent projects , including: Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and project teams Leveraging a principles-first approach to develop practical solutions for challenging engineering problems in combination with a deep understanding of codes, standards, and historical industry practices Self-performing and advising others in complex, nonlinear analysis, hands-on fieldwork, and preparation of technically excellent client deliverables Providing high-quality technical reviews of work completed by others Sealing project documents as the Engineer of Record, as appropriate
• Project management , including client development; project initiation, scoping, and assembling appropriate project teams; and managing internal and external client expectations, deliverables, and financials
• Contributions to practice development and company-wide objectives , including providing technical consultation to interdisciplinary project teams; fostering new and existing client relationships; collaborating with other WJE practice leaders for in-house knowledge-sharing and training initiatives; and engaging in meaningful involvement in industry-related professional organizations, conferences, and technical committees
• Mentorship , including exemplifying WJE’s culture of shared destiny and knowledge sharing to better the team around you: locally and company-wide, formally and informally, on-and-off projects, for technical topics and overall career development

Benefits

• WJE offers a robust, total compensation structure composed of base salary, incentive pay, and industry-leading benefits
• Employees receive variable compensation based on personal and company performance, typically resulting in above-market total compensation.
• Robust and affordable health plans for employees and their families, including HSA as well as low and high-deductible PPO options
• Generous 401(k) matching of 110% for the first 6% of eligible pay, vesting immediately
• Time off to care for yourself and others
• Investments in employees’ educational assistance and professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees