Project Engineer Assembly Operations

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a Project Engineer to support our client's custom ASME fabrication operations by

reading and applying customer’s technical specifications, designing and calculating pressure vessels and shell & tube heat exchangers, creating 3D models and 2D drawings, and creating bills of material for the fabrication of the equipment.

The ideal candidate can learn how to optimize pressure vessel calculations per ASME Sect VIII, can work confidently in AutoCAD & Inventor, and has experience with weld symbols, tolerancing and ASME materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and apply customer purchase orders, job specifications, quotes, and

applicable technical requirements.

• Prepare ASME Code calculations, Bills of Material (BOMs), reports, and other

documentation required by the customer or project.

• Develop and review mechanical and fabrication drawings using AutoCAD; create or

support 2D drawings and 3D models as project needs require.

• Apply sound detailing practices, including dimensions, tolerances, weld symbols,

material callouts, and revision control.

• Work with project managers, purchasing, production, and quality to support

successful completion of orders.

• Identify scope changes, document impacts, and support decisions that balance

customer requirements, schedule, cost, and business value.

• Manage task priorities based on customer and shop schedule/need, escalate issues

with the project team as necessary.

Required Skills & Experience

• Ability to read, create, and review fabrication drawings for pressure vessels, heat exchangers, weldments, and related equipment.

• Basic understanding of welding, weldments, weld symbols, tolerancing, and ASME materials.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD 2D and Autodesk Inventor experience are pluses.

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with engineers and project managers.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Technology.

• Associate in Applied Science degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology.

• 2–5 years of experience in a metal fabrication or manufacturing environment – preferred

• ASME fabrication, pressure vessels, shell & tube heat exchangers, or custom equipment experience is a plus.