Mechanical Engineer

Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Fully Onsite)

Duration: 18 Months Contract

Experience needed: 10+ Years

Industry: Oil & Gas / Engineering

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in oil and gas engineering, storage tank design, and process engineering. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with API standards, refrigerated and cryogenic storage tanks, tank foundations, and thermal stress analysis. The candidate should be comfortable working in a multidisciplinary, multinational environment and coordinating effectively with both onshore and offshore teams.

Key Responsibilities: Design and support engineering activities related to storage tanks, including refrigerated and cryogenic storage systems. Apply API 620 and API 650 standards to storage tank design and engineering. Evaluate tank foundations, thermal stress effects, and associated mechanical design requirements. Perform engineering calculations, technical assessments, and design reviews in compliance with applicable international standards. Utilize process simulation and engineering tools such as Aspen HYSYS and AFT Fathom. Ensure compliance with applicable API, ASME, piping, and pressure vessel codes. Participate in safety assessments and studies, including HAZOP and SIL.Coordinate engineering deliverables, technical discussions, and project activities with onshore and offshore teams. Collaborate with process, piping, civil, structural, and other engineering disciplines to resolve technical issues. Prepare and review technical documentation, specifications, calculations, and engineering reports. Communicate technical information effectively and ensure engineering deliverables meet project requirements, quality standards, and timelines.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's or master's degree in chemical engineering or a related engineering discipline, subject to client requirements. Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the oil and gas industry. Strong knowledge of API 620 and API 650 standards. Proven experience in storage tank design, particularly refrigerated or cryogenic tanks. Experience with tank foundations and thermal stress effects. Familiarity with international engineering codes and standards, including API and ASME.Knowledge of ASME B31.1, B31.2, B31.3 and ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Sections I and VIII.Experience with process simulation or engineering software such as Aspen HYSYS and AFT Fathom. Ability to coordinate effectively with onshore and offshore engineering teams. Strong analytical, technical problem-solving, and communication skills. Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with carbon capture, green hydrogen, refinery projects, or cryogenic storage facilities. Knowledge of applicable Eurocodes and international engineering standards. Experience participating in HAZOP, SIL, and other process safety studies. Experience working on large-scale engineering or EPC projects in a multinational environment.

Work Location: This is a fully onsite contract position based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Candidates must be willing to work onsite for the contract duration.