Mechanical Engineer

Role Overview

• Develop functional requirements, project procedures, equipment data sheets, system requirements
• Specify and evaluate mechanical engineering services for designing chemical processing equipment
• Be the technical specialist for rotating equipment, static equipment, piping, and mechanical systems to support design and installation to ensure safe and reliable operations
• Lead design, specification and selection of mechanical equipment with a working knowledge of applicable ASME and industry codes/standards
• Ensure that all design changes are captured by the change control process.
• Participate in risk Process Hazards Analysis, HAZOP, and LOPA as equipment and mechanical system subject matter expert
• Provide technical input during design phase,
• Develop specifications and prepare material requisitions for equipment, mechanical systems and other components
• Participate in design and engineering reviews
• Perform calculations e.g. for equipment sizing, pipe flow and fluid systems, compressed gas systems.
• Partner with and manage interfaces with other engineering disciplines, such as process, instrumentation and controls, electrical.
• Advise the Engineering Manager of any major slippages and their causes, and major technical problems and unresolved differences with other Groups.
• Ensure that the applicable specifications and standards are applied throughout process and mechanical systems delivery to the Project
• Help develop equipment qualification test procedures, evaluate test results, and review final reports
• Attend site during construction and commissioning phase.
• Provide mechanical/process engineering technical support
• Assist Design and deployment of maintenance programs for rotating and fixed equipment, including specifying maintenance practices, procedures, test equipment, and frequencies
• Take ownership of mechanical and equipment technical queries to ensure satisfactory resolution.
• Communicate with vendor/supplier engineering representatives, establish and maintain a project repository of project documents
• Deliver documentation that is technically correct to the required standard and schedule meet the requirements of the agreed schedule identified within the project plan for the process equipment and mechanical system deliverables as assigned by the Engineering Manager
• Monitor all on site activities including design, installation, commissioning, site acceptance testing (SAT), and factory acceptance testing (FAT)
• Engage with any other activities that would be realistically required of the role.

Requirements

• We require a bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of applicable engineering experience required
• We desire previous experience in specialty chemical, petrochemical, API pharmaceutical, or nuclear industry.
• Good working experience with ASME Sect VIII, IX, and B31.3, API, ANSI
• Full process or mechanical system project life cycle experience.
• Experience in preparation and reviewing full equipment and mechanical system project documentation including functional descriptions, specifications, isometrics, equipment sizing, P&IDs and others.
• The ability to produce technical reports, and able to explain complex technical process equipment related issues.
• The willingness to travel domestic and international to perform vendor evaluations, completing site acceptance tests (SAT) and conduct inspections/audits.
• Expected travel less than 20%
• The ability to engage with a team of professionals
• Must live or can relocate near Columbia, SC

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
• Employee Referral Program