Mechanical Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 6, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 2, 2026. Novetus scores B on the Alion truth index.
Mechanical Engineer - Project Development & Design
Location:Houston, TX
Schedule:Full-time, 40 hours per week
Work Environment:In-office only (no hybrid or remote option)
Position Overview:
We are seeking experienced Mechanical Engineers with strong backgrounds in facility design (or similar), engineering, and equipment specification. Successful candidates will bring deep technical expertise across static and rotating equipment and play a key role in supporting engineering, design, and execution activities for large scale Oil & Gas projects.
Key Focus Areas
Candidates should have proven experience in one or moreof the following mechanical disciplines within projects:
- Static Equipment
- Rotating Equipment
- Heat Exchangers
- Air Coolers
- Pressure Vessels
- Storage Tanks
Previous experience with specification knowledge for these equipment types and their application is essential.
Responsibilities
- Develop, review, and maintain mechanical equipment specifications, datasheets, calculations, and technical documentation.
- Provide mechanical engineering support across project phases, including design, procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning.
- Interface with vendors, fabricators, and internal engineering teams to ensure equipment meets project requirements and industry standards.
- Support troubleshooting, technical evaluations, and resolution of mechanical engineering issues during construction and commissioning.
- Ensure all work complies with applicable codes, standards, and best practices for facilities.
Qualifications
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience.
- Demonstrated experience in large-scale oil & gas projects.
- Hands-on or design-focused experience with static and/or rotating equipment.
- Strong understanding of industry codes and standards (API, ASME, etc.).
- Proven ability to write and interpret equipment specifications.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
About Novetus Engineering LLC
Novetus is unsurpassed in our commitment to achieving our objectives as efficiently as possible. From a piping modification or pump upgrade project to helping to manage a multi-billion-dollar international development, Novetus will field the right team and the right systems to get the work done quickly and fit for the purpose. Novetus combines engineering workflow automation expertise with an experienced team of engineers and project managers to execute projects with exceptional efficiency. An engineering company focused on the oil, gas, and petrochemical industry, Novetus is based in Houston, Texas and is privately held.