Norwest Engineering Inc.
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Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical EngineerMechanical EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200Since 1975H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn
Location
Oregon
Posted
117 days ago
Salary
$85K - $110K / year
Bachelor Degree2 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• Review, understand, develop and check Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s) ortho-graphics, isometrics, bill of materials, line lists, valve lists, and tie-in lists for piping design projects (with limited supervision by senior engineers.)
• Familiarity with piping design in process environments is preferred
• Ability to complete mechanical engineering calculations with limited supervision by senior engineers
• Calculations include: Hydraulic calculations to size pumps and piping, determine NPSH, etc.
• Heat loss calculations for piping, tanks, and other equipment
• Simple structural beam calculations for pipe supports, etc.
• Understand pumping, piping, air and liquid flow and distribution systems
• Application of relevant codes such as: ASME B31.3, B31.4 API 650, 653 and other related standards
• NFPA 11, 30 and other related standards
• Perform pipe stress analysis using Caesar II software in accordance with ASME B31.3 and B31.4
• Work with senior engineers to create capital project cost estimates and schedules
• Develop mechanical engineering documents according to industry, project and company standard, while working with other engineers and designers; including P&ID’s, general arrangements, equipment installation details, tank data sheets, Tie-in Procedures, and piping design
• Take ownership and responsibility of items within their scope
• Prepare technical specifications for review and approval
• Evaluate vendor’s bids and drawings to ensure compliance with specifications and requirements of the project
• Work with vendors to obtain quotes and data sheets for various equipment (control valves, pumps, instrumentation, tank, heat exchangers, etc.)
• Work with senior engineers to review and specify the appropriate equipment
• Ability to effectively interact on a basic technical level with other engineering disciplines and understand how their work impacts the overall project
• Regular contact is expected with other disciplines (at least weekly by phone or in-person)
• Ability to review electrical, civil and structural drawings to check for interferences with the mechanical drawings.
Job Requirements
- 2-8 years experience in the completion of projects for industrial clients
- Prefer experience in project development from concept through completion
- BSME or BSChemE required
- Engineer in Training (EIT) registration desired
- Must be working towards or willing to obtain PE
- Experience in the design of industrial piping systems and equipment layouts is a plus
- Experience in the development and review of Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) is required
- Experience with specifying heavy industrial equipment like pumps, tanks, valves, and instruments is desired
- Ability to travel throughout the Western United States
- Some national travel will also be required. (Travel: approximately 10 – 25%)
- Strong background in a variety of engineering skills is preferred
- Strong written & oral communication skills and use of tools such as MS Outlook, Word and Excel
- Previous experience with PDF markup software such as Bluebeam Revu or Adobe Acrobat is desired
- Must be energetic, self-motivated, and be able to work independently
- Must be motivated to seek continuous improvement
- Strong leadership skills and problem resolution skills are a plus
- Ability and willingness to be the primary customer liaison on smaller projects
- Ability to work within a team of engineers & designers to meet customer objectives.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Vacation
- Holiday
- Paid Sick Time
- 401k Plan with Employer Match
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