Mechanical Engineer II

NorthStar Energy Services, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is based in Channelview, TX and provides engineering, design, procurement, construction and support services to the chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil & gas, bulk storage and terminal industries throughout the country. We offer individual project services as well as turnkey EPC project implementation.

NorthStar possesses the skills and expertise to self-perform the design and installation of civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation systems throughout a broad array of industrial applications.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We're at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

Position:  Mechanical Engineer II – Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Channelview, Texas
(Experience:  10 plus years)

Responsibilities:

• Specify mechanical equipment, such as pumps, compressors, valves, tanks, etc., for oil and gas facilities projects.
• Ensure all work meets ASME standards, including ASME BPVC Sec. VIII Div. 1 and American Petroleum Institute practices and standard such as API 610, 618 & 682.
• Prepare hourly cost and resource estimates for project bids.
• Evaluate equipment for construction bids.
• Interface as necessary with Company engineering and project management, drafting, purchasing, as well as outside consultant engineering firms, inspection, and operations personnel.
• Occasional travel to the job site to meet with clients and construction personnel as necessary to scope projects and collect information for design.
• Routinely handle multiple projects simultaneously and effectively prioritize tasks.

Qualifications:

• This position requires a BS Degree in a mechanical Engineering from an accredited College/University.
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) is desired. EITs or applicants in process to become PE licensed will also be considered.

• Working knowledge of B31-3, B31-4, B31-7 and B31-8 and experience with Part 49 CFR, Part 195 – transportation of hazardous liquids.

• Mechanical Engineer II - 10 plus years of experience, working in engineering consulting.
• Capable of working efficiently to meet deadlines. 
• Experience working with process engineers on mechanical equipment, updating P&ID's, sizing pumps, compressors, heat exchangers and pressure vessels.
• Experience with Caesar II pipe stress a plus. 
• Other responsibilities include specialty item specifications and review of pipe specifications.

NorthStar Benefits Summary:

NorthStar has an industry leading insurance benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, emergency, hospital indemnity, critical illness, etc.  The company supplements payments for medical insurance making the employee’s portion of the cost one of the lowest in the industry.  Benefits paid by the company include long-term disability and life insurance.  NorthStar also provides a 401K savings plan with contribution matching and no waiting period to enroll.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.