Mechanical Engineering Lead
Koch, Katy, TX, United States
Overview
Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Lead to oversee mechanical design efforts for EPC projects from development through commissioning and turnover. The role covers rotating and static equipment, piping design, and heat exchangers, with full ownership of mechanical engineering design for assigned projects.
This role sits in the office Monday – Friday at our headquarters in Katy, TX.
This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
What You Will Do
Develop and enhance OPD specifications to ensure compliance with industry best practices, codes, and standards.
Develop internal-use tools to improve efficiency and accuracy of engineering deliverables.
Review client standards related to static and rotating equipment, pipe/valves/fittings, welding, inspection, and test plans.
Develop equipment specifications and vet 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 PFDs, 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 PWHT, NDE, bolt coating, torquing, etc.
Provide technical support for field construction personnel, including site visits.
Offer commissioning/start-up support and RFI assistance.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or other engineering discipline
Experience performing mechanical engineering duties with an EPC or end user in industrial chemical processing and/or manufacturing
What Will Put You Ahead
Engineer in Training (EIT) Certificate or PE License
Experience with ASME codes and API standards
Experience specifying or maintaining rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, expanders) and/or static equipment (heat exchangers, towers, vessels)
Direct experience in completing full-scope engineering, procurement, construction projects (EPC) on a lump-sum, turn-key basis
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower depending on knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. If you have questions, speak to your recruiter about our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) provides clients with detailed engineering packages in all disciplines, single-point procurement for equipment and materials, and fabrication and direct-hired construction services throughout the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities and provide services with faster speed to market to help deliver increased cost savings while minimizing risk. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee and their families to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, seeks a Mechanical Engineering Lead to oversee mechanical design efforts for EPC projects from development through commissioning and turnover. The role covers rotating and static equipment, piping design, and heat exchangers, with full ownership of mechanical engineering design for assigned projects.
This role sits in the office Monday – Friday at our headquarters in Katy, TX.
This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
What You Will Do
Develop and enhance OPD specifications to ensure compliance with industry best practices, codes, and standards.
Develop internal-use tools to improve efficiency and accuracy of engineering deliverables.
Review client standards related to static and rotating equipment, pipe/valves/fittings, welding, inspection, and test plans.
Develop equipment specifications and vet 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 PFDs, 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 PWHT, NDE, bolt coating, torquing, etc.
Provide technical support for field construction personnel, including site visits.
Offer commissioning/start-up support and RFI assistance.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or other engineering discipline
Experience performing mechanical engineering duties with an EPC or end user in industrial chemical processing and/or manufacturing
What Will Put You Ahead
Engineer in Training (EIT) Certificate or PE License
Experience with ASME codes and API standards
Experience specifying or maintaining rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, expanders) and/or static equipment (heat exchangers, towers, vessels)
Direct experience in completing full-scope engineering, procurement, construction projects (EPC) on a lump-sum, turn-key basis
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower depending on knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. If you have questions, speak to your recruiter about our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD) provides clients with detailed engineering packages in all disciplines, single-point procurement for equipment and materials, and fabrication and direct-hired construction services throughout the United States. We leverage in-house capabilities and provide services with faster speed to market to help deliver increased cost savings while minimizing risk. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee and their families to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength. Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
#J-18808-Ljbffr