Entry Level Mechanical Engineer (Petro-Chemical)

Entry/Junior-Level Plant Services Practice Mechanical Engineer (Petro-Chemical)

Stress Engineering Services, Inc. is the premier provider of engineered solutions and professional
consulting services across a wide range of engineering disciplines. Since 1972, our clients have
benefited from our special in-depth technical knowledge and proven performance in failure
analysis, solid mechanics and structural design, reliability and predictive engineering,
instrumentation and testing, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, floating systems, forensics, and
material science. We maintain an excellent reputation within the industries we serve, with more
than 80% of our current business from repeat clients or direct referrals.
We are seeking a junior-level engineer for our Plant Services Practice (PSP) in our Houston or
Cincinnati office. PSP primarily serves the petrochemical and energy industries; but our engineers
may also work in other related fields such as aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and material
processing. The successful applicant will work in multidisciplinary teams solving challenging
problems including component design/analysis, integrity assessments, failure analysis, repair
solutions and remediation. A strong balance of technical, interpersonal, and communication
skills (both written and verbal) are required

• Design/analyze various systems/components using fundamental techniques, FEA, fluid
mechanics, heat transfer, etc.; provide actionable recommendations and guidance
• Develop tools that automate tasks to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Support Project Managers to meet project goals and deliverables
• Stay informed regarding new technologies and improvements in industry to maintain
proficiency. Participate in project reviews internally and externally
• Assist in preparing proposals, presentations, and technical reports
• Preparation and oversight of drawings, procedures, manuals, etc. as required
• Assist with internal R&D initiatives as needed
• Contribute to the growth of the Company through participation in technical associations
and presentation of conference papers/presentations
• Adherence to internal quality management system policies and procedures
• Travel to job site or client meetings may be required

• Have a degree (MS or PhD preferred) in Engineering Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering,
Civil/Structural Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering discipline
(required)
• Background in the refining/petrochemical industry or consulting for oil and gas
(preferred)
• 2 years’ experience as a practicing engineer (preferred)
• Knowledge of ASME BPVC, API 579-1 (preferred)