Role: Pressure Vessel Engineer

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Remote (U.S.-based)

Travel: Approximately 25% (Domestic & International - may include onsite turnaround support)

Becht is looking for an early to mid-career Pressure Vessel Engineer (PVE) who wants to take the next step in their technical career. We are a world-class, family-owned multidiscipline engineering firm serving the energy sector (refining, petrochemical, and power generation industries), providing expertise that spans both traditional and emerging technology.

Who is Becht?

Founded in 1964, Becht is a rapidly growing, family-owned multidiscipline engineering firm serving the energy sector (refining, petrochemical, midstream, and power generation industries). We combine deep technical expertise with practical execution to help clients operate safely, efficiently, and reliably.

Becht is a technical leader in pressure vessels, piping, structures, and materials and as such has a major role in international codes and standards, allowing a unique opportunity to both learn and contribute at an industry-wide level. We emphasize multidiscipline problem-solving and collaboration to solve the most challenging design and equipment reliability problems, and our unique network of over 1200 accomplished technical experts spanning all engineering disciplines provides even further opportunities for learning and growth.

All of Becht’s services revolve around our mission: To Help Our Clients Succeed.

Key Responsibilities

The PVE will be tasked with providing technical guidance for fixed equipment assets from a mechanical engineering perspective. The work will focus primarily on in-service pressure vessels and heat exchangers but may also include piping, tanks, or other associated equipment as the need arises. The PVE will be expected to manage projects from the proposal phase through project completion as the primary point of contact and primary technical resource. Alternately, they may also serve as a technical resource for larger, multidisciplinary projects. Some typical examples of daily project activities for this role are:

• Perform rerate or alteration calculations.
• Perform fitness for service assessments.
• Create, review, or certify fixed equipment repair plans.
• Evaluate bolted flange joints for troubleshooting leakage issues.

This opportunity is for the Mechanical Division within Becht, consisting of more than 40 full time team members. This position is offered as remote work with the need to travel up to 25%, which may include onsite turnaround support.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 5-20 years’ experience in a technical role in the refining, petrochemical or power generation industries with a focus on pressure equipment engineering. More senior candidates are welcome to apply as well.
• Experience with rerates/alterations, repairs, fitness for service, bolted flange joints, and ASME Section VIII pressure equipment.
• Experience with the application of industry codes and standards for pressure vessels such as ASME Section VIII, API 579, ASME PCC-1, ASME PCC-2, API 510, NBIC NB-23, etc.
• Experience with field troubleshooting and system walk-downs and the ability to travel to customer sites.
• Experience with turnaround support, planning, & execution.
• Experience with the commercial software COMPRESS or PV Elite.
• Strong grasp of engineering fundamentals and mechanics.
• Self-motivated with strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Capable of managing multiple projects and clients.

Qualifications that set you apart (but not required):

• Professional Engineer licensure in at least one US state.
• API certifications for 510, 570, 571, and/or 653.
• Experience with ASME Section VIII, Division 2 design and construction.
• Experience with advanced analysis such as ASME Section VIII, Division 2 Part 5 – Design by Analysis or Level 3 Fitness for Service assessments.
• Experience with ABAQUS finite element analysis software.
• Knowledge of other fixed equipment such as piping, tanks, and boilers.
• Knowledge of refractory, relief valves, and NDE techniques.
• Memberships or experience with industry codes and standards committees.

Build Your Career with Becht

A creative and innovative work environment isn’t all we have to offer! When you join Becht, you can expect:

• A positive, collaborative workforce
• Access to further training and development
• Mentoring programs
• Company and family events
• Flexible work schedule with the potential to work from home
• Opportunities that provide stability as well as variety
• Community outreach programs such as Red Cross blood drives, Toys for Tots collections/volunteering, and United Way campaigns
• Room to grow your career
• Every other Friday off if you choose to participate in our 9/80 program
• Wellness stipend
• Generous 401(k) matching
• Tuition reimbursement

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) plans with company match.

Becht is an Equal Opportunity Employer.