Entry Level Mechanical Design Engineer
The Entry Level Mechanical Design Engineer at Confidential Client is responsible for designing combustion equipment such as pressure vessels, steel stacks, derrick structures, and piping systems. This role involves performing structural calculations, collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams, and supporting project execution while undergoing comprehensive training on software tools, design topics, and industry codes to develop independent engineering capabilities.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Industrial Manufacturing (Combustion Equipment).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry Level Mechanical Design Engineer to work on industrial combustion equipment including pressure vessels, steel stacks, derrick structures, and piping systems. You will join an engineering team that designs, verifies, and supports structural components from concept through fabrication and field installation.
- Complete and/or check structural calculations for pressure vessels, steel stacks, derrick structures, and piping systems
- Support engineering and project execution teams with technical answers and structural guidance
- Coordinate with drafting and manufacturing to ensure designs are practical to fabricate
- Communicate with US and global colleagues as a technical liaison
- Assist Applications Engineers on quotes that include structural scope
- Present technical topics to colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement efforts
- Travel occasionally to domestic and international sites for meetings or field visits
- Produce clear, concise structural design packages and reports
Key Qualifications
Minimum requirements (entry-level considered):
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Architectural preferred)
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to interpret specifications
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Willingness to pursue and ultimately use a Professional Engineering (PE) license
- Strong fundamentals in first-principles engineering and problem solving
- Comfortable working in a team with mentorship and structured training early in the role
Training & Tools You’ll Learn
This is a primarily entry-level role with structured training for the first 1–2 years. Training includes internal presentations, one-on-one mentoring, and third‑party courses on:
- Software: STAAD.Pro, MecaStack, MecaLug, IDEA StatiCa, Codeware COMPRESS, SolidWorks, CAESAR II, ANSYS Mechanical
- Design topics: steel stack design, derrick structure design, connection design, pipe stress analysis, pressure vessel design, proprietary client equipment
- Codes & standards: ASME Section VIII Division 1, ASME B31.3, ASCE 7, AISC 360
Additional Details
- Employment type: Full-time
- Occasional domestic/international travel required
- You'll work within a people-centered culture focused on respect, professional growth, and collaboration
- Confidential Client will provide the training and mentorship needed to grow into independent engineering responsibilities
Compensation (Estimated)
- Estimated annual pay: $72,161 per year (estimated)
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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