Tank & Pressure Vessel Engineer

HMT LLC•Tomball, TX

About The Position

We are seeking a Tank & Pressure Vessel Engineer with hands-on experience in the design, inspection, and evaluation of aboveground storage tanks and pressure vessels. This role supports new construction, in-service equipment, and repair/alteration projects in accordance with API 650, API 653, AWWA and ASME Section VIII, with a strong emphasis on ASME pressure vessel design.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)
3+ years of direct ASME Section VIII pressure vessel design experience
Working knowledge of API 650 and API 653
Experience interpreting inspection data and fabrication drawings
Strong understanding of applicable industry codes and standards
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in written and verbal form

Nice To Haves

API 653 and/or API 510 certification
Experience with API 579 / Fitness-for-Service assessments
Experience with vessel fabrication process
Experience supporting Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) studies
Experience with terminals, refineries or mission-critical facilities

Responsibilities

Design and review pressure vessels in accordance with ASME Section VIII, including calculations, material selection, and code compliance
Perform and support aboveground storage tank design and evaluation per API 650
Support inspection, repair, and alteration activities per API 653
Review drawings, specifications, and fabrication details for code compliance
Evaluate inspection data, corrosion rates, and remaining life
Develop technical scopes for repairs, alterations, and retrofits
Support fitness-for-service evaluations in accordance with API 579 (as required)
Coordinate with inspectors, fabricators, contractors, and Authorized Inspectors
Prepare clear, concise engineering calculations, reports, and client deliverables
Provide technical support during construction, fabrication, and field execution