Mechanical Engineering Associate

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Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineering Associate to support our engineering team in delivering high-quality projects.

This entry-level position is ideal for candidates looking to develop their skills in mechanical engineering within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

This role will sit in office Monday - Friday at our headquarters in Katy, TX.

This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

Our Team

At OPD, we specialize in engineering and construction within the natural gas, natural gas liquids, and petrochemical industries.

We offer comprehensive services that integrate construction with engineering and procurement, enhancing efficiency and minimizing interface challenges.

Since 1980, our commitment to integrity and excellence has earned us a reputation as a preferred partner with our customers.

OPDs industry experience, flexibility, and dedication to employee development has created a tight knit, highly productive, team atmosphere that makes OPD a fulfilling place to work.

What You Will Do

Organizational Efforts


* Develop and enhance OPD specifications to ensure compliance with industry best practices, codes, and standards.


* Development of internal-use tools to improve efficiency and accuracy of engineering deliverables

Engineering and Procurement Phases


* Review client standards related to static and rotating equipment, pipe/valves/fittings, welding, inspection, and test plans.


* Develop equipment specifications and vet Request for Quote (RFQ) packages.


* Conduct technical reviews of vendor quotes, including pre-purchase evaluations.


* Provide Project Managers with guidance on design, purchase, installation, and post-construction support for mechanical equipment.


* Participate in structured and individual reviews of project documentation, such as Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), 3-D models, and equipment lists.


* Participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and/or HAZOPs.


* Develop pipe specifications and project-specific requirements for Post-Weld Heat Treat (PWHT), Non-Destructive Examination (NDE), bolt coating, torquing, etc.

Construction Phase


* Provide technical support for field construction personnel, including site visits.


* Offer commissioning/start-up support and Request for Information (RFI) assistance.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or other engineering discipline

What Will Put You Ahead


* Experience performing Mechanical Engineering duties with an EPC or end user in industrial chemical processing and/or manufacturing


* Engineer in Training (EIT) Certificate


* Experience with ASME codes and API standards


* Experience specifying or maintaining Rotating Equipment (Pumps, Compressors, Expanders, etc.) and/or Static Equipment (Heat ...