Mechanical Engineer I | Direct Hire | $85,000-$115,000

Location:

South Baton Rouge / St.

Gabriel, LA Salary:

$85,000-$115,000 annually, based on experience

Employment Type:

Direct Hire Recruiter:

Westaff Career Division Advance Your Engineering Career with a Great Company! Westaff's Career Division is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer I for an exciting direct-hire opportunity in the South Baton Rouge / St. Gabriel area! If you have hands-on experience with ASME Section VIII and Section IX , pressure vessel design, and shell-and-tube heat exchangers, this could be the career opportunity you've been looking for. Join a company offering competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to apply your engineering expertise to custom-designed equipment and complex fabrication projects. What You'll Do As a Mechanical Engineer I, you'll play a key role in the design, fabrication, and repair of custom shell-and-tube heat exchangers and pressure vessels.

Your responsibilities will include:

Engineering Design:

Perform mechanical design calculations using COMPRESS and/or RCS software to support equipment fabrication and repair.

ASME Code Compliance:

Interpret and apply ASME Section VIII and Section IX requirements to ensure designs meet applicable codes and standards.

Technical Documentation:

Develop bills of materials, review manufacturing drawings, and coordinate with drafting teams.

Project Collaboration:

Work directly with customers, estimators, production teams, and other engineers to keep projects moving forward.

Fabrication Support:

Select appropriate welding procedures and provide technical guidance throughout fabrication.

Quality Assurance:

Support testing, inspection, and verification of equipment to ensure quality and performance.

Problem-Solving:

Apply principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, heat transfer, and materials engineering to solve technical challenges.

Customer Communication:

Participate in pre-fabrication meetings, facilitate design reviews, and address engineering-related questions.

What We're Looking For Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline. Current, working knowledge of ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII and ASME Section IX. Experience designing or fabricating shell-and-tube heat exchangers, pressure vessels, or similar custom-engineered equipment. Strong understanding of mechanical design calculations, engineering principles, materials, and statics. Ability to interpret technical specifications, engineering drawings, and customer requirements. Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) tools. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience using COMPRESS and/or RCS engineering software. Hands-on experience supporting equipment fabrication or manufacturing. Experience coordinating welding procedures and working with fabrication teams. Background in custom-engineered industrial equipment. Why Consider This Opportunity?

Competitive Salary:

$85,000-$115,000, depending on experience; negotiations for senior level.

Direct Hire:

Join the employer's team as a permanent employee.

Excellent Benefits:

Enjoy a competitive benefits offering.

Meaningful Engineering Work:

Contribute to the design and fabrication of specialized industrial equipment.

Collaborative Environment:

Work alongside experienced engineering, manufacturing, and project teams. Ready to Take the Next Step? If you're a detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer with current ASME Section VIII and IX experience, Westaff's Career Division wants to hear from you! Apply today to explore this direct-hire engineering opportunity in the South Baton Rouge / St. Gabriel area. #WestaffJobs