Mechanical Engineering Associate
Optimized Process Designs LLC
Houston, TXFresher4h agovia LinkedIn
Posted 13 Nov 2026, 01:45 ET · Verified open on LinkedIn 13 Nov, 02:47 ET
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- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
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- On-site in Houston
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About the Role
Optimized Process Designs, LLC (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineering Associate to support their engineering team. This is an entry-level position ideal for candidates looking to develop their skills in mechanical engineering within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. This role is in-office Monday - Friday at their headquarters in Katy, TX, with a remote optional Friday. This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.
Key Responsibilities
- Organizational Efforts:
- Develop and enhance OPD specifications to ensure compliance with industry best practices, codes, and standards.
- Develop internal-use tools to improve efficiency and accuracy of engineering deliverables.
- Engineering and Procurement Phases:
- Review client standards related to static and rotating equipment, pipe/valves/fittings, welding, inspection, and test plans.
- Develop equipment specifications and vet Request for Quote (RFQ) packages.
- Conduct technical reviews of vendor quotes, including pre-purchase evaluations.
- Provide guidance on design, purchase, installation, and post-construction support for mechanical equipment.
- Participate in reviews of project documentation, such as PFDs, P&IDs, 3-D models, and equipment lists.
- Participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and/or HAZOPs.
- Develop pipe specifications and project-specific requirements for Post-Weld Heat Treat (PWHT), Non-Destructive Examination (NDE), bolt coating, torquing, etc.
- Construction Phase:
- Provide technical support for field construction personnel, including site visits.
- Offer commissioning/start-up support and Request for Information (RFI) assistance.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or other engineering discipline.
- What Will Put You Ahead:
- Experience performing Mechanical Engineering duties with an EPC or end user in industrial chemical processing and/or manufacturing.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) Certificate.
- Experience with ASME codes and API standards.
- Experience specifying or maintaining Rotating Equipment (Pumps, Compressors, Expanders, etc.) and/or Static Equipment (Heat Exchangers, Towers, Vessels).
- Direct experience in completing full scope engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) projects on a lump sum, turn-key basis.