Mechanical Project Engineer

Quanta Services•Huntersville, NC

17h•Onsite

About The Position

NorthStar Energy Services is seeking a Mechanical Engineer / Project Engineer to join our collaborative multidisciplinary team. This dual-role position combines hands-on mechanical and piping engineering with broader project leadership, providing the opportunity to support projects from concept and detailed design through construction, commissioning, and startup. In this role, you will develop mechanical and piping design deliverables for energy facilities, including design concepts, engineering criteria, equipment specifications and selections, and code interpretations. As Project Engineer, you will also help define scope, schedule, and budget; coordinate procurement and vendor activities; and serve as a key technical connection among clients, internal disciplines, and third-party partners throughout the project lifecycle, including construction and field implementation.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Candidates should be prepared to participate in a technical interview as part of the selection process
This is a fully office-based position
Demonstrated attention to detail and a consistent commitment to technical accuracy and quality
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineers and designers across disciplines
Adaptable and solutions-oriented, with strong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills when priorities, requirements, or schedules change
Professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, vendors, and construction personnel
Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
5+ years of relevant engineering experience, including proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Texas, or the ability to obtain one

Responsibilities

Develop practical mechanical and piping design solutions for pipeline and facility projects, including traps, regulator stations, measurement stations, compressor stations, pump stations, tank terminals, and main-line block valve sites
Perform engineering analyses, calculations, and design activities for a broad range of mechanical deliverables, including: Line Sizing Calculations, Pipe Support Load Analysis and Nozzle Load Evaluations, Piping Stress and Strain Analysis per applicable codes and standards, Equipment and Piping Layouts for Compressor Stations, Pump Stations, Tank Terminals, and Truck Loading Facilities, Hot Taps, Stopples, and Related Mechanical Work
Interpret and apply applicable codes and standards for gathering, transmission, distribution, petrochemical, and related energy systems
Develop and review specifications, data sheets, and equipment selections for rotating and fixed equipment, including: Pressure Vessels, Drums, Tanks, Filters, Mixers, Strainers, and Separators, Pumps, Compressors, and Turbines
Apply knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods, including machining, grinding, welding, assembly, and inspection, together with materials engineering, metallurgy, and material selection
Provide independent technical review of project PPFDs, PFDs, and P&IDs for constructability, operability, and multidisciplinary coordination
Develop and maintain standardized engineering procedures, calculation methods, and design practices that support consistent technical quality
Ensure project compliance with applicable codes and standards, including: Title 49 CFR Parts 190-199, 40 CFR 112, 40 CFR 264 ASME BPVC-VIII Pressure Vessel API 620, API 650, API 12C Tank Design Piping Design Systems, ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8 API 610 Pumps, Centrifugal Pumps (1 hp to 10,000 hp) API 674/675/676, Positive Displacement Pumps API 682, Shaft Sealing Systems for Centrifugal and Rotary Pumps Mechanical Seal Design Systems API 520/521 Pressure Relief Devices
Serve as Project Engineer for assigned projects, with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and coordinated technical execution across engineering disciplines
Coordinate multidisciplinary deliverables and serve as the primary day-to-day technical point of contact for the client
Develop and maintain core project documentation, including design basis documents, scopes of work, deliverable lists, and progress reports
Support procurement through RFQs, technical bid evaluations, and purchase recommendations for mechanical and rotating equipment; review vendor quotations, data sheets, and drawings for compatibility with the intended design
Perform QA/QC reviews of drawings and cross-discipline deliverables to verify safe, code-compliant designs that align with project objectives
Incorporate company standards, client and municipal requirements, and applicable regulatory codes into project deliverables
Respond to RFIs, technical queries, design changes, and construction issues throughout the project lifecycle with clear, timely technical guidance
Conduct field assessments and walkdowns, and review site-specific geotechnical, survey, and civil information to support design development
Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, and startup, including punch list resolution and as-built documentation