Koch · 1 day ago
Mechanical Engineering Assistant
Katy, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelKoch Engineered Solutions company, Optimized Process Designs (OPD), is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineering Associate to support their engineering team in delivering high-quality projects. This role involves developing specifications, reviewing client standards, and providing technical support during construction phases.
ElectronicsEnergyFarmingOil and Gas
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and enhance OPD specifications to ensure compliance with industry best practices, codes, and standards
Development of 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 Request for Quote (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 Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (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 Post-Weld Heat Treat (PWHT), Non-Destructive Examination (NDE), bolt coating, torquing, etc
Provide technical support for field construction personnel, including site visits
Offer commissioning/start-up support and Request for Information (RFI) assistance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or other engineering discipline
Preferred
Experience performing Mechanical Engineering duties with an EPC or end user in industrial chemical processing and/or manufacturing
Engineer in Training (EIT) Certificate
Experience with ASME codes and API standards
Experience specifying or maintaining Rotating Equipment (Pumps, Compressors, Expanders, etc.) 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
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life insurance
ADD
Disability
Retirement
Paid vacation/time off
Educational assistance
Infertility assistance
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Company
Koch
Based in Wichita, Kansas, Koch is one of the largest private companies in America.
Founded in 1940
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$958.57M2025-03-03Undisclosed· $183.97M
2024-03-08Undisclosed· $76.95M
2023-03-10Private Equity· $148.32M
Leadership Team
Charles Koch
Chairman of the Board & CEO
James Hannan
President and Chief Operating Officer of Koch
Recent News
2025-03-20
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