Mechanical Engineer - Modular Systems

Insight Global • Houston, TX • 1d ago

Job Description

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with 10 to 15 years of experience to lead the technical development of mechanical systems within modular skids and racks. This role includes both engineering and client-facing responsibilities, requiring a balance of technical depth and interpersonal communication. The ideal candidate will support early-stage solution development, participate in client meetings, and contribute to technical scope definition and cost development.

This is a long-term role intended for an individual interested in contributing to both the engineering execution and commercial success of modular delivery projects.

Responsibilities -

Lead mechanical system design for modular skids, process racks, and utility modules.

Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs, and general arrangement layouts.

Perform equipment sizing, pressure drop calculations, and thermal evaluations.

Specify mechanical equipment (pumps, HX, tanks) and review vendor submittals.

Coordinate mechanical interfaces with structural, electrical, and controls teams.

Support fabrication, testing, and commissioning of modular systems.

Client & Business Development Support:

Participate in client meetings to understand technical requirements and constraints.

Collaborate with business development and estimating teams to define scope and pricing.

Assist in proposal development by providing technical narratives, system descriptions, and basis of design documents.

Serve as a technical point of contact for ongoing projects and pre-construction discussions.

Build long-term relationships with client engineering teams and provide technical leadership during early-stage planning.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Professional Engineer (PE) license

10 to 15 years of experience in mechanical or process system design (industrial or commercial sector).

Strong working knowledge of ASME B31.1, B31.3, ASME Section VIII, and fluid system design standards.

Experience in modular, skid-based, or prefabricated system delivery preferred.

Proficiency with design tools such as REVIT.

Proficiency with Pipe Stress Analysis

Ability to prepare and review engineering deliverables such as P&IDs, equipment data sheets, and line lists.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Experience with CAESAR

Demonstrated experience working directly with clients or project owners.

Ability to participate in project planning, scope development, and proposal efforts.

Understanding of procurement processes, equipment selection strategy, and vendor engagement

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