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Estimated Pay info$19 per hour
Hours Full-time
Location Houston, Texas

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Mechanical Engineering Lead

Job Summary:
In this leadership position, you will oversee comprehensive mechanical design efforts, ensuring project excellence from initial development through commissioning and turnover. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned engineer to take full ownership of complex projects, driving innovation, efficiency, and quality in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and refine specifications to align with industry standards, codes, and best practices.
  • Create and improve internal tools to enhance engineering deliverables' accuracy and efficiency.
  • Review client standards related to static and rotating equipment, piping, welding, inspection, and testing plans.
  • Develop equipment specifications and evaluate RFQ packages, conducting technical reviews of vendor quotes.
  • Provide guidance to Project Managers on design, procurement, installation, and post-construction support for mechanical equipment.
  • Participate in project documentation reviews, including PFDs, P&IDs, 3-D models, and equipment lists.
  • Engage in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA) and HAZOPs to ensure safety and compliance.
  • Develop pipe specifications and project-specific requirements such as PWHT, NDE, bolt coating, and torquing.
  • Support field construction activities through site visits, technical assistance, and commissioning support.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
  • Proven experience performing mechanical engineering duties within EPC or industrial chemical processing/manufacturing environments.
  • Experience managing full-scope EPC projects on a lump-sum, turn-key basis.
  • Strong knowledge of ASME codes and API standards.
  • Familiarity with specifying or maintaining rotating (pumps, compressors, expanders) and static equipment (heat exchangers, vessels).
  • Experience reviewing vendor quotes and conducting technical evaluations.

Nice to Have Skills:

  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Additional experience with process hazard analysis, HAZOPs, and safety standards.
Pandologic. Keywords: Mechanical Engineering Project Manager, Location: Houston, TX - 77007 , PL: 602479161

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Posting ID: 1218612702 Posted: 2026-06-21 Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Lead