AIC - Mechanical Engineer - Entry Level

At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more at www.aquatech.com.

Aquatech immediately needs a full-time Mechanical Engineer to work in our Canonsburg, PA office. The hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Mechanical Engineer will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered an Exempt employee.

The ideal candidate will be creative, have good communication skills, be team-oriented, have excellent problem-solving skills, and be customer service oriented.

Job Description:

• Pressure Vessel Mechanical Engineering to meet all the requirements of ASME Section VIII, Division 1 Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code.

• Pressure Vessel Mechanical Engineering to meet all the requirements of international codes as required for each project.

• Finite Element Analysis to complete non-cylindrical vessel engineering, vessel support engineering and review stress concentrations during vessel engineering.

• Direct AutoCAD vessel drafter to create vessel drawings including dimensional, fabrication, plate maps, tolerance, transportation, etc.

• Review and approve all vessel drawings, calculations and datasheets.

• Create vessel bills of material datasheets and specifications for material purchases.

• Review proposal specifications to determine exceptions and clarifications for project bids based on the Aquatech vessel standard.

• Develop vessel standards and drawings for standard Aquatech products.

• Participate in quality improvements through IDEA Cycle and Lessons Learned initiatives.

• Review welding procedures (WPS) and procedure qualification records (PQR) for carbon steel and stainless steel alloys.

• Solve vessel fabrication, quality and corrosion issues.

• Engineer piping and ducting to meet all of the requirements of ASME B31.1 or ASME B31.3.

• Other duties as assigned. 

Skill Requirements:

• Knowledge of piping codes ASME B31.1 / 31.3.
• Exposure to water treatment & wastewater treatment processes would be a plus.
• Knowledge of Plant engineering - Layout considerations and piping layouts.
• Knowledge (or awareness) of ASME, ANSI, and AWWA codes for pressure vessels, tanks & structural design codes.
• Knowledge of hydraulic flow, pressure loss concepts in pipelines, and open channel flows
• Exposure to CAD software (AutoCAD 2D/ Plant 3D preferred).
• Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel-based spreadsheets. 

Benefits:

Aquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Job Demands:

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, limited walking, and standing.

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• 0-2 years of experience in engineering role(s)