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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