Mechanical Engineering Associate, Sr

Audubon Companies•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Audubon is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineering Associate for its Houston, Texas office. The role performs mechanical engineering assignments involving the design of equipment, components, structures, and systems. The associate prepares and reviews engineering specifications, sketches, calculations, models, drawings, and design packages; supports equipment procurement and vendor compliance; and coordinates with clients, subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and drafting/design teams. The position may lead medium- to large-scope multidisciplinary projects, manage project resources and workflows, and provide technical guidance to coworkers. The role also includes jobsite and vendor-facility visits and requires adherence to company, client, and regulatory health, safety, security, environmental, and quality requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
Field experience required.
Industry experience required.
Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve problems or reach goals.
Ability to proactively address work-related problems.
Ability to comprehend instructions and request clarification as needed.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to organize and direct a project to completion.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited institution preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
Engineer in Training (EIT) certification preferred.
Minimum of 12 years of experience preferred.
Experience leading medium- or large-scope multidisciplinary projects preferred.
Experience with Caesar II, NozzlePRO, and/or PIPE-FLO software preferred.
Working knowledge of piping-system and process-equipment design preferred.
Working knowledge of piping, pressure-vessel, and equipment codes, including ASME and API, preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare intermediate- to advanced-level project specifications detailing client performance requirements, component needs, design requirements, applicable codes, and vendor drawing requirements.
Prepare engineering sketches, perform calculations, and develop analysis models for complex project assignments.
Review and/or approve vendor drawings for compliance with project specifications.
Communicate and coordinate with clients, subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and drafting/design teams.
Ensure assigned projects are completed according to schedule and budget, and set realistic expectations.
Follow company quality standards and engineering checking and approval procedures.
Comply with company, client, federal, and local HSSE requirements; participate in hazard identification and observation programs and report unsafe acts, conditions, or incidents.
Coordinate development and review of engineering drawings with drafting/design groups.
Visit jobsites to evaluate site conditions and project requirements, and visit vendor facilities to inspect equipment for compliance.
Prepare equipment inquiry and purchase requisitions and bid tabulations.
Check engineering drawings and mathematical calculations.
Apply safe design practices and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Plan and manage workload, budgets, and project resources, requesting assistance as needed.
Develop, review, and/or approve conceptual and detailed engineering design packages.
Assist in developing internal design guidelines, specifications, and design control procedures.
Assess project feasibility, materials, costs, and time requirements using engineering knowledge and advanced mathematics.
Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, and construction schedules.
Analyze strategies, equations, and applications; resolve design and development issues.
Manage client relationships and develop repeat business opportunities.
Compile discipline-specific man-hour and Total Installed Cost estimates, and manage and forecast man-hour requirements and schedules.
Potentially lead medium- to large-scope multidisciplinary projects, manage daily group or project workflow, delegate assignments, distribute workload, set deadlines, and report work completion to the immediate supervisor.
Provide the immediate supervisor with feedback on coworkers' performance and work-related issues.
Advise and assist coworkers on work techniques, best practices, and subject-matter topics.
Support HSE policies and procedures by working safely, participating in required HSE activities, reporting hazards and near misses, and following safe work practices and regulatory requirements.