Metalforms · 2 days ago
HT-Applications Engineer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelMetalforms is a full-service partner specializing in heat exchanger design and maintenance. The Applications Engineer will serve as a technical resource for the Sales Engineering and Aftermarket Teams, focusing on customer specification review, ASME code compliance, and mechanical design to ensure competitive solutions.
EnergyManufacturingOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Provide technical support to Sales Engineering and Aftermarket teams to interpret customer inquiries and develop accurate technical and commercial quotations
Review customer specifications related to mechanical design, ASME code requirements, welding, NDE, testing, and fabrication; identify exceptions, clarifications, and risks as needed
Collaborate closely with Welding and Quality teams to review and address customer welding procedures, NDE requirements, and quality specifications
Work with Manufacturing and Purchasing teams to assess fabrication capabilities, material availability, and lead-time constraints, and communicate technical and commercial impacts to Sales Engineering
Interface directly with customers to resolve technical issues and support order acquisition by proposing innovative, compliant, and cost-effective technical solutions
Apply knowledge of ASME Section VIII Division 1, API 663, API 660, TEMA, and other applicable industry standards to evaluate design feasibility, manufacturing constraints, and cost impacts
Lead the technical portion of the order hand-off process from Sales to the Execution/Project team to ensure a smooth transition
Perform preliminary mechanical and thermal designs of heat exchangers using appropriate design tools and engineering judgment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering
Foundational knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication processes
Strong interest and foundational knowledge of heat transfer and hydraulics
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Highly organized with strong time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Familiarity with ASME, TEMA, NACE, API standards
Experience interpreting customer specifications and technical documents
Knowledge of heat exchanger design and pressure vessels
Benefits
Free HSA health plan or traditional PPO
401(k) with generous company match (Safe Harbor)
Dental, vision, and optional coverage like accident & critical illness insurance
HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare costs
Company-paid Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance
Confidential support for mental health, family matters, legal concerns, and more through our Employee Assistance Program
Discounts on gyms, shopping & entertainment
Health benefits kick in fast – first of the month after 30 days
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Company
Metalforms
Metalforms operates as a designer and fabricator of tubular exchanger manufacturers association (TEMA) shell and tube heat exchangers.
Founded in 1968
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-06-01Acquired
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