Mechanical Design Engineer

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Description

The Design Engineer will be generating engineering documentation that will be in Compliance with pressure part design standards such as ASME and other internationally recognized standards and Codes.

You will be developing technically appropriate solutions and participating in the coordination of the work activities and deadlines between all involved disciplines and Propak / IST’s customers.

Continue to increase your capabilities, and independence through on-the-job training, and ownership of tasks, building trust within the department, and assisting with mentoring / training junior engineers.

The Design Engineer must be able to complete advanced, complex, and confidential tasks requiring a strong understanding of basic engineering principles of HRSG / OTSG and their role in the plants.

The Design Engineer is expected to have a fundamental understanding of the process(s) used in the related industries and to describe this to other team members.

Work cooperatively, sharing best practices, with other team members and Propak / IST groups. Where possible identify training opportunities that will assist you in your development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct ASME pressure part strength and structural calculations related to HRSG / OTSG components.
• Conduct and Coordinate preparation of all calculations required to substantiate the OTSG / WHRU design.
• Takes lead on vendor related issues including generating specifications and evaluating bids to ensure the equipment is properly integrated into the project
• Prepare technical package for pressure parts design registration (ASME, PED,..)
• Technical review of process flowsheets.
• Review internal and customer interface drawings.
• Disposition of shop non-conformances.
• Production support as required.
• Provide input to the overall project schedule by creating and maintaining a schedule for engineering activities.
• Responsible, in concert with other Engineering members for reviewing and implementing Engineering Specifications.
• Prepare progress and budget reports to senior management, in conjunction with the Project Manager, including the contract risks and opportunities.
• Technical support for operating and maintenance manuals.
• Technical support for OTSG erection, start-up and testing.
• Ensures each project meets the contract scope of supply and design specifications.
• Independently analyzes complex problems by communicating with other departments within Propak / IST, leaders, employees and customers.
• Works with junior engineers to create / review / modify control philosophies / narratives for power, steam, oil and gas equipment

Prerequisites

Education

• A graduate of a recognized diploma in Mechanical / Process / Chemical Engineering program.
• APEGA / PEO / P.Eng. membership is an asset.

Experience

• Professional Engineer in good standing
• 5+ years’ experience in Engineering Design work related to the power, process steam plants. General knowledge about equipment for the oil and gas or petrochemical industry would be an asset

Other

• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite of programs
• Sound knowledge of MathCAD
• Must be willing and able to travel, domestically and internationally for short, up to one-week technical meetings.
• As a condition of employment, employees are required upon hire to sign a Drug-Free Workplace Agreement, a Conflict of Interest Agreement, and Confidentiality and Invention Agreement
• No active restrictions that would inhibit travel outside of the country.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to meet objectives while working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and strict deadlines
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent organizational, time management, and planning skills
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Use of appropriate theoretical and practical engineering principles to solve technical problems
• Ability to interpret and utilize complex information
• Solid reading, research, and analytical skills
• Ability to understand complex, technical verbal and written instructions
• Ability to interpret and utilize complex information, computer-based designs, drawings, specialized technical manuals, and specifications
• Excellent visualization skills
• Strong detail orientation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to take independent action to accomplish objectives
• Positive attitude
• Ability to create systems for checking accuracy and monitoring the quality of work
• Advanced mathematics and science skills
• Willingness to learn new skills, systems, and procedures
• Highly motivated to excel in a competitive environment
• Strong command of the English language

Relationships

Internal

• Works in a team environment
• Interacts professionally with all levels of staff and management
• Required to attend meetings and liaise with direct supervisor and co-workers
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary Technologists, Engineers, Designers, Trades, Managers, and other department personnel
• Answers inquiries and explains processes
• May be required to prepare internal reports

External

• Interacts professionally with all external parties
• May be required to visit client site, inclusive of offshore facilities
• Prepare external reports

Authority Level

• Decisions are routine in nature and will follow precedents and procedures
• Makes independent decisions within the scope of the position
• Manager is readily available for assistance and guidance

Work Environment

Specific Work Conditions

• Work is performed in an office setting with usual weekday office hours
• Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines
• Requires the ability to deal with a diversity of people when responding to interdepartmental inquiries
• Coping with frequent interruption and changing priorities

Performance Measures

Time Management

• Undertakes effective daily planning to assure tasks are completed on time
• Maintains a professional attitude under time constraints and changing priorities

Accuracy

• The outcome of work is neat, complete, accurate, and error free
• Approaches work methodically and with precision
• Identifies proper standards and codes
• Consistently monitors the accuracy of work
• Contacts appropriate departments and personnel in order to resolve discrepancies
• Work processes are monitored and evaluated and new work procedures are developed if necessary
• Reports are error free and professionally presented within the scope of the position

Communication Skills

• Appropriately safeguards confidential information
• Communicates effectively and diplomatically with diverse individuals
• Communicates complex information and ideas and provides clear explanations to internal and external clients
• Ensures the flow of information in all necessary directions at the right time
• Reads, interprets, and utilizes complex materials, computer based designs, drawings, specialized technical manuals, and specifications

Quantity and Quality of Work

• Consistently produces error-free work within the appropriate timeframe
• Gathers information and makes independent decisions within the scope of the position
• Finds innovative solutions to problems through research, testing, and analysis by keeping abreast of new technology, systems, processes, and regulations

The duties and responsibilities outlined in this document are not meant to be an exhaustive list but rather an overview of the job.

The employee is responsible for completing all duties necessary to help fulfill departmental goals.

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