Vessel Engineer

Job Description:

DPP is seeking a Vessel Engineer for a career opportunity with the global leader in the manufacture of aviation refueling equipment.

Position description:

The Vessel Engineer’s primary role is to oversee the design and construction of pressure vessels. It will be the Vessel Engineer&39;s responsibility to know the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel code, maintain and create drawing packages, create 3D CAD Layouts, work with manufacturing/assembly to optimize production and quality, and implement solutions which deliver exceptional value to our customers on budget by the scheduled date of completion.
This Vessel Engineer will have the ability to self-manage multiple assignments and requests in a dynamic work environment and will employ sound design practices in tandem with industry-accepted design practices. The Vessel Engineer will also be responsible for maintaining environmental safety and reporting for the factory. This position is located in Reidsville, NC. Work is fully onsite.

Key responsibilities
Vessels:

Review and maintain the Company’s quality control manuals for vessels
Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, etc.
Design pressure vessels to ASME Section VIII, Division 1
Create 3D vessel models and fabrication drawings
Create and maintain vessel bill of materials in Jobscope ERP system
Create quotes
Maintain welder and weld procedure documentation and administer testing
Analyze and validate material/component selection, tolerances, performance, costs and manufacturability
Recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions
Conduct research that tests/analyzes the feasibility, design, operation and performance of equipment, components, and systems as outlined in customer design proposals
Develop and test models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications, and necessity of modification
Assist drafters in developing the structural design of products using drafting tools and/or CAD
Develop, coordinate, and monitor all aspects of production, including selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs
Provide assembly support during the build process
Investigate equipment failures to diagnose faulty operation and create solutions
Correspond with purchasing team to procure alternate components when necessary
Attend continuing education workshops, review professional publications, establish personal networks, etc.

Environmental responsibilities:

Support the chemical conversion process and maintenance responsibilities as outlined in the Chemical Conversion SOP and other procedural documents
Support the wastewater treatment, sampling/testing and discharge process as outlined in procedural documents
Support the generation, submittal & maintenance of various safety and environmental reports, as required by the Company’s local, state, and federal permits (City Industrial User, North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality & Environmental Protection Agency), which includes wastewater treatment, sampling/testing & discharge reports, underground water sampling/treatment reports, air quality reports, hazardous waste reports, etc.
Support the annual recertification and internal training for hazardous waste

Required education and experience:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Mechanical Engineering is preferred
1-5 years relevant manufacturing experience
3D Modeling Software experience (SolidWorks preferred)
Experience working in a manufacturing environment
Understanding of manufacturing equipment (Plasma cutting, Waterjet table, CNC Lathe, Welding, Plate Bending, CNC tube bending)
High energy, strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to new challenges
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical manuals
Experience estimating cost/budget for a project
Demonstrated success working in a team environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Sight, hearing, speech and written communication capabilities sufficient to interact well with individuals and groups
Familiar with industrial safety equipment and use of common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats
Physical Requirements – using hands to handle, control or feel objects and tools, ability to read written instructions, lift and/or move materials up to 50 pounds independently
As needed, travel domestically and abroad

Highly preferred:

3-5 years’ design engineering experience
ASME Boiler Pressure Vessel Code (ASME Section VIII: Design and Construction of Pressure Vessels) experience
Materials and welding engineering experience
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and costing as related to stainless steel vs aluminum vs carbon steel
Stress analysis and/or computer assisted FEA
Experience reviewing and authorizing standard operating procedures and other controlled documents
Design experience in welded structures and framing, pipe layouts, sheet metal design, and other mechanical systems
Experience with Product Data Management (PDM) systems for drawing revision control (i.g., SolidWorks PDM)
Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. (i.g., Jobscope)
Experience with complex assemblies

About our client:

From engineering to fabrication, and final assembly to green-tag validation, every person and process in this business is measured by and held accountable to the three critical factors: reliability of their products; technical support when it matters most; and meeting commitments with on-time delivery.
The company offers its employees and their family members a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k) matching and much more.

Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button or contact our recruiter Justin at Justin.Hawkdppit.com to learn more about this position (26-00467).

Authorized US Worker - US Citizens and Green Card Holders (Permanent Residents) are encouraged to apply. EOE/AA/V/D

DPP offers a range of compensation and benefits packages to our employees and their eligible dependents. Call today to learn more about working with DPP.

Job Ident #: 26-00467

Company Details

DP Professionals

3741 Landmark Drive
Suite 200
Columbia, South Carolina 29204 USA
www.dppit.com/

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Job Info

Location

Reidsville, North Carolina, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

DP Professionals

3741 Landmark Drive
Suite 200
Columbia, South Carolina 29204 USA
www.dppit.com/