Direct Hire - DCN Project Engineer

Coordinate with Sales, Project Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and other teams to ensure successful project delivery. Support the Engineering Manager and take ownership of key technical aspects of data center projects.

Our Client, an Oilfield Services company, is looking for a Direct Hire - DCN Project Engineer for their Houston, TX location.
 
Responsibilities:

• Project & Engineering Leadership
• Support the Engineering Manager and take ownership of key technical aspects of data center projects.
• Coordinate with Sales, Project Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and other teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Lead technical discussions and provide guidance to engineering team members.
• Help onboard and support new engineers as project demands grow.
• Design & Technical Oversight:
• Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Ensure designs meet customer requirements, industry standards, safety regulations, and engineering best practices.
• Manage technical designs across multiple projects and clients.
• Develop engineering scopes of work, execution plans, and project schedules.
• Mechanical & Piping Engineering:
• Create and review engineering deliverables, including:
• Equipment lists
• Valve lists
• Piping layouts and line lists
• Mechanical equipment data sheets
• Pipe sizing and stress analysis calculations
• Prepare technical requisitions for mechanical systems and equipment.
• Support design of piping and fire protection systems.
• Provide piping load information to structural engineers.
• Client & Project Support:
• Serve as a technical point of contact for clients.
• Participate in design reviews, customer meetings, site visits, and commissioning activities.
• Respond to technical questions and support construction teams during project execution.
• Manage engineering changes and documentation as needed.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Stay current on data center technologies and industry trends.
• Recommend innovative solutions that improve reliability, efficiency, cost, and project outcomes.
• Support the selection of coatings, mounting systems, and installation methods for equipment.

 
Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (other engineering disciplines may be considered with relevant experience).
• Minimum 7 years of mechanical engineering and design experience, preferably within industrial facilities.
• Experience with:
• Mechanical systems
• Piping systems
• Fire suppression systems
• Construction and commissioning projects
• Strong understanding of engineering codes, standards, and industry regulations.
• Experience producing and reviewing technical drawings and documentation.
• Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and regulations, including but not limited to:
• AISI – American Iron and Steel institute
• ANSI – American National Standards Institute
• ASME –specifically B&PV Section VIII, IX, B31.3
• ASTM – American Society of Testing and Materials
• AWS – American Welding Society
• IBC – International Building Code
• MFMA – Metal Framing Manufactures Association
• MSS – Manufactures Standardization Society (Valves and Fittings Industry)
• OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Administration
• NACE – National Association of Corrosion Engineers
• NFPA – National Fire Protection Association
• PFI – Pipe Fabrication Institute
• Software Experience:
• SolidWorks
• Autodesk Revit
• AutoCAD
• BIM 360
• Navisworks
• Key Skills:
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Additional Requirements:
• Fluent in English (written and verbal).

 
Why Should You Apply?

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities