Mechanical Engineer

10 hours ago

Houston, Texas, United States KnightHawk Engineering, Inc. Full time $150,000 - $185,000 per year

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Static & Rotating Equipment

Location: Houston

Company: KnightHawk Engineering, Inc.

About KnightHawk Engineering

KnightHawk Engineering, Inc. is a technology-based specialty engineering firm that provides consulting, field services, metallurgical and materials analysis, customized testing, and product design and implementation to clients around the world.

For over 34 years, KnightHawk has delivered engineering solutions to some of the most complex and critical challenges across industry. Our success is built on a multi-discipline, integrated systems approach that unites expertise in process, mechanical, materials, controls, and field engineering.

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in both static and rotating equipment to join our team of expert engineers. The ideal candidate is technically driven, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced consulting environment where innovation and precision meet real-world problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute projects involving design, analysis, and troubleshooting of static and rotating equipment such as compressors, turbines, pumps, pressure vessels, piping systems, and heat exchangers.
  • Perform advanced Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations to evaluate structural integrity, thermal performance, and fluid-structure interactions.
  • Conduct pipe stress analysis using recognized codes and tools to ensure compliance with ASME, API, and other industry standards.
  • Design and assess pressure vessels, exchangers, and mechanical systems in accordance with ASME Section VIII, API 617, API 610, B31.3, and related standards.
  • Perform detailed failure analysis and root cause investigations for mechanical and materials-related failures, providing actionable recommendations for design or operational improvements.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—mechanical, process, and materials engineers—to develop integrated solutions to client problems.
  • Prepare high-quality technical reports, present findings to clients, and lead discussions on project direction and recommendations.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (PE license preferred).
  • 8+ years of relevant experience in static and/or rotating equipment design, analysis, or failure investigation (consulting or industrial setting).
  • Strong proficiency with FEA (ANSYS, Abaqus) and CFD (Fluent, CFX, or similar) tools.
  • Experience with pipe stress software (e.g., CAESAR II) and pressure vessel design tools (e.g., PV Elite).
  • Thorough understanding of major industry codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI, NACE, TEMA).
  • Proven ability to perform failure analysis, fatigue assessment, and life prediction of critical components.
  • Excellent communication, report writing, and presentation skills.

Salary Commensurate With Experience

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $150, $185,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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