Senior Mechanical Engineer - PE Licence - Remote

Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE)

Industrial & Energy Projects

About the Role

A privately held engineering firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE) to support industrial and energy sector projects across the U.S. Gulf Coast. This role is well suited for an engineer who values technical ownership, independent decision-making, and meaningful project impact in a lean, engineering-driven environment.

The position includes responsibility as Mechanical Engineer of Record for assigned scopes, with a strong emphasis on rotating equipment and U.S. code compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Act as Mechanical Engineer of Record (PE) for assigned project scopes

Perform and review mechanical engineering deliverables, including:

Rotating equipment (pumps, compressors, drivers, auxiliaries)

Piping systems, equipment layouts, and mechanical calculations

Pressure vessels, tanks, and static equipment

Review, approve, and PE-stamp drawings, calculations, and specifications

Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. codes, standards, and regulations

Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, and process engineering disciplines

Interface with clients, vendors, inspectors, and authorities having jurisdiction

Provide technical oversight of international engineering deliverables to ensure U.S. compliance

Support field engineering, troubleshooting, and execution-phase technical decisions

Required Qualifications

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas and/or Louisiana

5-15 years of mechanical engineering experience in industrial or energy facilities

Strong background in rotating equipment engineering

EPC or EPCm project experience

Working knowledge of:

ASME B31.1, B31.3

ASME Section VIII

API 610, API 650, API 620

Ability to work independently and exercise sound engineering judgment

Strong communication skills and comfort working directly with clients

Preferred Experience

Oversight of pump and compressor packages

Coordination with international engineering teams

Construction and commissioning support

Participation in mechanical system optimization or R&D initiatives

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline