Lead FEA Mechanical Design Engineer

About the role

The Mechanical Equipment and Modeling Specialist is a key technical position focused on the practical application of solid mechanics theory through Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other calculation methods for supporting the mechanical design and analysis of pressure vessels, specialty process equipment, internals, and piping system components.

Responsibilities

• Apply developed knowledge, computer modeling capabilities, experience, and strong problem solving skills to develop innovative and cost effective solutions in designing process equipment
• Provide leadership and develop innovative approaches and solutions for advancing UOP’s knowledge in fluid and solid mechanics with major emphasis in the solid mechanics area
• Audit where mechanical issues limit UOP’s process technology and target efforts to break through these barriers
• Conduct field troubleshooting studies related to pressure vessels, reactors, specialty equipment, internals, and piping system problems
• Utilize excellent planning and organizational skills to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Utilize excellent communication skills to work with co-workers and customers, write reports, and make presentations
• Represent UOP in customer meetings and vendors concerning technical matters
• Mentor other analysts individually and by conducting internal training seminars

Qualifications

• Masters in mechanical engineering or M.S. degree with 4-5 years of relevant work experience/ PhD with 2-3 yrs of experience
• Strong familiarity with the theory and applicability of FEM and its application concepts. Familiarity with principles and application of Boundary Element Method is plus
• Developed proficiency using solid mechanics codes (i.e. ANSYS, ABAQUS, APDL or equivalent)
• Developed knowledge of various vessel, structural, and piping design Codes (i.e. ASME Section VIII, AISC, ASME B31.3, and UBC)
• Developed knowledge of static and dynamic analysis of pressure vessels, piping systems, and support structures (i.e. COMPRES, CAESAR, WRC 107, or equivalent)
• Developed knowledge of fitness-for-service Codes and software (API 579, PREFIS, and REACT)
• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting field and equipment piping vibration problems
• Developed knowledge of the design of piping system components (i.e. expansion joints, flanges, gaskets, valves)
• Developed knowledge in computer programming for developing user subroutines (i.e. C++ and/or PYTHON)
• Developed knowledge of CAD (i.e. Microstation 2D and 3D or equivalent)
• Represent UOP in customer and vendor meetings concerning technical matters
• Developed proficiency is translating physical systems to manageable computer models, and the interpretation and applicability of the results
• Developed knowledge of other mechanical equipment (i.e. heat exchangers, heaters, and rotating equipment) a plus
• Application of Six Sigma methodologies and tools in product development efforts is a plus

Benefits

• Employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts
• EAP, and Educational Assistance
• Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave)
• 12 Paid Holidays