Senior Piping Engineer

Hargrove Engineers & Constructors•Houston, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Senior Piping Engineer who will be responsible for performing all aspects of complex mechanical engineering design. The position requires extensive progressive experience in mechanical engineering, applying advanced engineering techniques and analysis under general supervision. The engineer will be involved in various stages of project execution, from conceptual design and cost studies to detailed design, material procurement, and on-site startup assistance. Key responsibilities include ensuring adherence to design standards, performing stress analysis, developing specifications, creating preliminary designs and material take-offs, and coordinating with other disciplines. The role also involves reviewing vendor and discipline drawings, producing designs focused on material efficiency and ease of construction, checking calculations, advising on scope changes, and developing construction specifications. Fieldwork for data gathering and construction support is also expected. The Senior Piping Engineer will provide technical guidance to less experienced personnel, possess a strong understanding of engineering and design methods, and be able to identify and develop work-sharing packages. Leadership is required to ensure work is executed within scope, schedule, and budget.

Requirements

Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
10+ years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical engineering.
Knowledge of design standards and codes.
Knowledge, application and specification of materials.
Development of piping material and material procurement specifications.
Knowledge of good design practices for sizing all piping systems.
Sizing of compressible fluid piping systems.
Flexibility and stress analysis of all piping systems.
Specify criteria for and select piping specialty items.
Design of complex process and utility systems.
Knowledge of manual valve sizing, use and application.
Knowledge of HVAC (airside and waterside) system application and design codes.
Knowledge of application of piping supports and restraints.
Identification of need, application and specification of safety valves and devices.
Identification of need, application and specification of steam traps and liquid drainers.
Estimating mechanical/piping construction quantities from conceptual documents.
Knowledge of other disciplines deliverable development to ensure coordination of design efforts.
Knowledge and understanding of schedule constraints and information requirements for the production of all mechanical deliverables.
Ability to accurately estimate completion of assigned tasks.
Ability to develop a construction cost estimate, a detailed engineering schedule and a man-hour budget for a small project or an area for a larger project.
Ability to determine construction material quantities.
Knowledge and ability to apply company engineering design and CAD drafting standards.
Ability to lead a small team to deliver on commitments.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Excellent presentation skills.
Virtual team skills and cross divisional relationships are developed.
Able to provide interoffice execution leadership and support.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineering registration is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Performing all aspects for a complete design of complex mechanical engineering assignments.
Utilizing department design and drafting standards.
Understanding project scope, specifications, and design criteria.
Providing on-site assistance during startup.
Accomplishing engineering activities such as stress analysis, construction specifications, material procurement specifications, calculations, and piping estimates.
Developing conceptual layouts and cost studies.
Producing estimate level preliminary designs and material take-offs.
Producing detail design calculations and sketches for materials of construction.
Assisting the drafting group in resolving routine layout and detailing problems.
Furnishing sufficient sketches and details necessary for completion of engineering drawings.
Consulting with design leaders from other disciplines to ensure the smooth flow of vital information.
Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for mechanical input.
Producing designs with efficient use of construction materials with an overall emphasis on ease of construction.
Checking calculations made by other engineers.
Advising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes.
Assisting other engineers in developing and assembling scopes, drawings, and specifications for procurement.
Developing construction specifications.
Reviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals.
Performing fieldwork necessary to gather field data, check tie-ins, and provide construction support.
Providing technical guidance to less experienced drafting and engineering personnel.
Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.
Coordinating work activities with other teammates and the discipline lead.
Applying advanced engineering techniques and analysis to complex designs.
Estimating and scheduling professional service hours and assessing the progress and quality of mechanical work.
Identifying and developing work sharing packages for interoffice execution support.
Providing leadership to ensure communication and execution of work within scope, schedule, and budget.