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Engineer III Mechanical

Zachry

Houston, TX · Posted September 8, 2026

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Position Summary

Responsible in the Design Office for Project specific Mechanical Engineering and Design functions. This posting is designed to build a pool of qualified, interested applicants who would like to connect with Zachry for future opportunities. It does not reflect our current needs.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Will work on planning, design, procurement, and quality of installation of mechanical systems and equipment

Responsible for completing project specific objectives on time, under direction of Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer; Receives instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features, and possible solutions.

Prepare specifications for packaged systems and equipment, including pressure vessels, tanks, pumps, exchangers, and other process equipment.

Prepare equipment inquiry/RFQ packages.

Perform equipment technical bid evaluations and prepare recommendations.

Review equipment vendor documents for compliance to project specifications and industry standards.

Develop job notes and technical scopes of work.

Perform field walk downs to collect information required to complete work.

Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, or computer-generated reports.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

5-10 years of Mechanical Engineering experience working on refining, petrochemical, chemical and/or power projects.

Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology

Complex Problem Solving

Good Communication Skills (Active Listening, Verbal and Written)

Critical Thinking

Judgment and Decision Making

Attention to Detail

Computer aided design (CAD Software)

Strong desire to learn

Preferred Qualifications

Licensed Professional Engineer

Combined Cycle Power Plant Experience

Physical Requirements

Physical demands

Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, video chat and software systems.

Position will include visits to construction sites and industrial facilities requiring mobility (on ground and at heights) and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses/goggles, ear plugs/muffs, masks/respirators, safety vests, gloves and work boots.

Work environment

Employee will work in multiple environments including an office, warehouse, and trailer or building on construction sites.

On construction sites, noise levels will be moderate to high. Job site will contain light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools, people standing, walking, sitting, signaling and talking, bells, whistles and alarms.

Zachry is dedicated to providing a SAFE and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.