About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This is a hands-on Mechanical Engineer role supporting process and pilot plant systems at a confidential client facility in Fort Sam Houston, TX. The role is well suited for entry-level to early-career engineers who want practical experience designing, installing, and operating demonstration-scale process systems.

• Design process piping systems to ASME B31.3 standards.
• Prepare engineering drawings, detail sheets, and technical documentation.
• Perform routine mechanical and thermodynamic calculations to support system design.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Specify instrumentation and mechanical components for process systems.
• Update and maintain unit P&IDs and support P&ID development.
• Coordinate with fabrication teams and validate installations against drawings/specs.
• Assist with mechanical and electrical system integration.
• Provide hands-on support for construction, modification, and troubleshooting of process systems.
• Support and sometimes supervise pilot plant operations on a 24/7 facility schedule.
• Communicate regularly across engineering, fabrication, and operations teams.

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Required Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 0 years required; up to 2+ years of related experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Visio.
• Familiarity with ANSYS preferred.
• Ability to perform thermodynamic and routine mechanical engineering calculations.
• Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort with hands-on construction/modification work.
• Strong written communication and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Academic or technical exposure to Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Experience with thermal simulations and ANSYS or similar analysis tools.
• Prior work with demonstration-scale or pilot plant operations.
• Experience developing or updating P&IDs.
• Exposure to process piping design and ASME B31.3 standards.
• Hands-on experience installing or troubleshooting mechanical/process systems.

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Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Work performed in plant, laboratory, and high-bay environments.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods; climb stairs and ladders.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Worksites span an approximately 1,500-acre property; walking between locations is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted; heavier lifts require assistance.
• Steel-toe safety shoes and appropriate PPE required.
• Must comply with all facility and workplace safety requirements.

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Additional Requirements

• Local candidates preferred.
• Must be able to successfully clear Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) requirements.
• This position is considered safety-sensitive.
• Must be willing to work varying shifts to support a 24/7 facility; regular day shift is typically 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
• Overtime and shift work as operational needs require.
• Business casual dress; PPE required in designated areas.

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Employee Benefits (offered by our client)

• Healthcare insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance

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Why Join

This confidential client offers a dynamic, practical engineering environment where early-career Mechanical Engineers gain real hands-on experience with process systems, piping, P&IDs, and pilot-plant operations. Expect collaborative teams, direct exposure to fabrication and installation activities, and opportunities to develop core process-engineering skills.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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