The Mechanical Engineer's main objective is to begin to understand how to apply the engineering skills obtained through their education to real world problems by assisting more experienced engineers on projects. May visit project job sites for exchange of information when accompanied by another Valdes team member.
Responsibilities
Become familiar with basic PFD and P&ID; symbology, layout, and standards
Learn to read and understand basic P&ID;'s along with the different stages of development
Learn to check basic P&ID;'s modifications against CAD drafting standards and client standards
Learn to develop demolition P&ID;'s based on project P&ID;'s, and assist in P&ID; walk-down efforts or field verification
Learn to develop/use heat and material balances, maintain a drawing list, develop an equipment list, develop a simple Line list with process data and recognize specialty items and develop a specialty items list
Become familiar with and learn to read piping isometric drawings and a plot plan
Learn the basics of performing hydraulic calculations for compressible and incompressible fluids
Learn the basics of pressure relief devices, types, sizing calculations, scenario development, and specifications and become familiar with thermodynamic properties of utility systems
Learn how to develop estimation packages and develop easy equipment data sheets
Assist in design and preparation of engineering documentation for clients and assist in preparation of equipment specifications for equipment purchase
Become familiar with design codes, industry and client standards and established design criteria
Become familiar with of instrumentation including typical instrumentation types and their principles of operation




Learn to perform and document simple mechanical calculations so they can be easily checked
Become familiar with project budgets, schedules, typical project deliverables, and work scopes
Learn to recognize out of scope work on projects, develop engineering judgment and keep management properly informed on project issues
Learn the requirements of collecting and maintaining process effort supporting documentation for calculations and project decisions made by the mechanical engineer
Develop technical expertise in Mechanical Engineering discipline from department peers and supervisors
Assist in verifying field conditions, constructability of designs, site surveys and resolving problems during field construction
Assist with analysis, design, production of detailed construction drawings for clients, and prepare mechanical scope of works
All other duties as assigned
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
0-3 Years of experience working as a Mechanical Engineer
EIT license preferred
Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) license preferred and on track to obtaining a Professional License (PE) preferred
Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
Must be able to work in the US now and in the future without sponsorship
$65,000 - $80,000 a year
Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

📌 Mechanical Engineer (New South Wales)
🏢 Valdes Architecture and Engineering
📍 New South Wales