Pressure Vessel Engineer in Houston

Job Description

Job Title:

Pressure Vessel Design Engineer

Location:

McGregor or Houston, TX –
Hybrid Role

Trans Tech is a leading provider of specialized infrastructure and custom-engineered equipment for diverse industries. Our expansive capacity and technical expertise enable large-scale production of complex, high-quality equipment while meeting rigorous quality and safety standards.

Trans Tech’s companies provide comprehensive solutions for gas and liquid processing, storage, transfer, and utilization, adhering to ASME, API, and TEMA standards to ensure reliability and precision in every project.

From individual services to full project solutions, Trans Tech’s teams deliver expert engineering, fabrication, construction, operations, and maintenance, supporting projects nationally and internationally. We help customers achieve impactful, sustainable results with a commitment to safety, community, and environmental responsibility.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Pressure Vessel Design Engineer to join our growing Engineering department in McGregor or Houston, TX. In this key role, you will conduct ASME calculations for pressure vessels based on customer specifications while contributing to the design and engineering of our diverse product portfolio. You will play a critical part in ensuring projects meet ASME design requirements, are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

• Perform ASME calculations using Codeware Compress software to design pressure vessel specifications for Trans Tech’s products to ensure compliance with industry standards (ASME, NFPA, API, TEMA) and internal processes.
• Review and approve fabrication drawings and calculations for code compliance and accuracy.
• Prepare comprehensive design packages, including calculations, inspection travelers, weld maps, and bills of materials.
• Creates design and drawings for tooling and fixtures for process improvements.
• Stay current with industry specifications and code changes to ensure department compliance.

• Collaborate with Sales, Project Management, and Operations to ensure designs are compliant with customer specifications.
• Estimate material and labor costs for manufacturing projects, contributing to accurate and competitive proposals.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to the shop floor and customers, resolving engineering-related issues.
• Collaborate with vendor’s to obtain RFQs for material costs and ensure timely updates to customer pricing.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering department, enhancing efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness as assigned.
• Identify and recommend improvements in engineering and manufacturing processes.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Participate in Design for Six Sigma activities – DFM/A, FMEA, FEA and Problem-Solving Tools as assigned.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum of 3 years of ASME pressure vessel design experience with tanks, and/or heat exchangers.
• Strong understanding of welding practices (MIG/TIG/SAW/Laser/Plasma) and ASME codes.
• Proficiency in ASME (Compress)
• 3D CAD Proficient Inventor or other 3D design tool (CREO, Solid Works, or similar)
• Project management experience with design activities or similar.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of materials/properties in design of equipment / products.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• 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, and AD&D insurance
• Confidential support for mental health, family matters, legal concerns, and more through…