Senior Mechanical Engineer

Parsons Corporation•Houston, TX

1d•$88,400 - $154,700•Hybrid

About The Position

Parsons is hiring an experienced mechanical engineer to work on infrastructure projects in the oil and gas, wastewater, and chemical industries. The role applies standard mechanical engineering techniques and analyses and may involve CAE/CAD applications. The engineer will work in a flexible, team-oriented environment, coordinate with customers and engineering teams, and support projects from design and permitting through construction. Travel to suppliers, clients, or construction sites is expected; the position may allow virtual work but may require regular travel to customer facilities in the Houston, Texas area.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
At least 8 years of related work experience.
Experience with large, complex industrial projects, including equipment selection and specification, developing and reading P&IDs and control diagrams, and managing equipment lists.
Experience with complex piping systems, hydraulic analysis, pipe stress analysis, and material selection.
Familiarity with PIP standards, ASME, and building codes.
Experience working on interdisciplinary teams to design new facilities and modifications to existing production or distribution facilities.
Working knowledge of CAD and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering.
Ability to work in office, industrial, construction, and wastewater treatment environments.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, flame-resistant clothing, and respiratory protection when necessary.
Willingness to travel to supplier, client, or construction site locations, including possible regular travel to customer facilities in the Houston, Texas area.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) License.

Responsibilities

Prepare drawings, specifications, and other materials for permitting, procurement, and construction, using CAE/CAD where applicable.
Interface with customers to determine requirements, present designs, and resolve concerns.
Design and evaluate natural gas pipeline systems, stations, terminals, metering facilities, pressure regulation systems, and related equipment.
Support construction through site inspections, responding to RFIs, and reviewing submittals.
Oversee engineering and design teams, including conducting design reviews, coordinating work, and making recommendations to the owner's engineering team.
Prepare engineering computations, material quantity takeoffs, estimates, surveys, and designs for gas utility projects.
Review design documents from other engineering teams for compliance with applicable codes and owner standards.
Prepare and issue design drawings, cost estimates, risk forms, permit applications, and other construction documents.
Prepare permit documents and coordinate design requirements and interfaces with permitting entities.
Navigate permitting processes, forms, GIS databases, and websites across multiple entities.
Track multiple projects as they progress through design and permitting.
Apply knowledge of code compliance requirements and industry standards for the oil, gas, and chemical industries.
Participate in risk assessment activities, including PHAs and HAZOPs.
Provide input and technical guidance to CAD Designer/Drafters, Designers, and lower-level Engineers working on the same project.
Work with vendors and contractors and coordinate with multiple departments and internal customers to manage projects, policies, and procedures.
Perform other related responsibilities as appropriate.