Senior Mechanical Engineer

McDermott • Houston, TX

13d

About The Position

The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for specifying, selecting, analyzing, and providing technical oversight of rotating equipment for projects. The role supports project engineering from Pre-FEED and FEED studies through execution, working with internal departments, clients, classification societies, and equipment vendors to resolve technical matters and ensure equipment packages meet engineering expectations. The position also identifies risks associated with critical equipment interfaces and develops and implements mitigation plans. The engineer carries out work safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures, while supporting internal clients and protecting personnel, assets, and the environment.

Requirements

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or an ABET-approved curriculum.
• Minimum 10 years of experience with rotating equipment.
• Detailed knowledge of equipment codes and standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• EPC experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience as an Area, Team, or Project Lead.
• Customer-focused approach and dedication to meeting internal and external customer expectations and requirements.
• Ability to relate well to people at all levels, build appropriate rapport, and listen well.
• Self-starter with a results-driven approach and ability to anticipate, initiate, and implement solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Engineer rotating equipment, including compressors, pumps, and generators.
• Carry out specific project tasks and responsibilities as required.
• Conduct activities safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies and procedures, ensuring the welfare of personnel and protection of assets and the environment.
• Participate in Pre-FEED and FEED studies as required by the project.
• Provide technical clarifications on comments from other departments, clients, classification societies, and others throughout the project engineering phase.
• Coordinate technical bid reviews of equipment with the engineering disciplines involved.
• Liaise with equipment vendors to resolve pending technical issues during project execution and ensure packages meet engineering expectations in coordination with the client.
• Highlight risks associated with critical equipment interfaces and develop and implement mitigation plans.
• Provide day-to-day support to internal clients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior