Job Description

Overview

At Technip Energies, we are pioneers committed to shaping a sustainable future through innovative engineering solutions. The Furnace Mechanical Engineer I position supports the design and technical execution of industrial furnaces and related mechanical equipment for energy and petrochemical projects.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the mechanical design and engineering of industrial furnaces and fired heaters.
  • Prepare and check engineering calculations, technical datasheets, specifications, and drawings.
  • Support the mechanical design of furnace components such as casings, tubes, and structural supports.
  • Assist with material selection and engineering evaluations.
  • Coordinate with other disciplines to resolve technical interfaces.
  • Participate in reviews of vendor drawings and technical proposals.
  • Support engineering responses to technical questions during procurement and construction.
  • Contribute to deliverable tracking and engineering documentation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
  • Recent graduate or up to two years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Fundamental understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and materials science.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary engineering team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Additional Information

  • Work location: Houston, Texas.
  • Full-time, entry-level position.
  • Occasional project-site or vendor-facility travel may be required.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

How this job compares in Houston, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Houston, TX currently run a median of $32/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $23–$41/hr across 83 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Houston, TX

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