What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at Bi-Con Engineering?
Overview
Bi‑Con Engineering is seeking Mechanical Engineers, to support the design and execution of projects for natural gas, hydrocarbon, and industrial facilities.
This role is responsible for producing mechanical, piping system, and equipment drawings and deliverables across a variety of projects. Depending on experience level, the Mechanical Engineer will either assist senior engineers or independently lead and manage project scope, budget, schedule, and technical execution. The position offers strong growth opportunities, mentorship, and increasing responsibility over time. This position is located in Derwent, Ohio at our office.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and exchange technical information with other project engineering disciplines
- Participate in or lead design review meetings and conference calls with customers, subcontractors, and vendors
- Assist with or prepare weekly progress reports identifying completed work and upcoming planned work in accordance with the project schedule
- Coordinate with mechanical designers and drafters to develop:
- Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
- Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
- Piping Orthographic and Isometric Drawings
- Bills of Material
- Facility Plot Plans / Site Layouts
- Perform quality mechanical drawing checks to ensure designs are safe, compliant, clear, accurate, constructible, and cost‑effective in accordance with BCE’s Drawing Check Process
- Perform cross‑discipline drawing reviews to confirm design consistency between Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical interfaces
- Perform mechanical calculations to validate and document mechanical/piping design and material or equipment specifications
- Utilize customer standards, specifications, and calculations to develop engineered and commodity bills of material
- Identify long‑lead equipment and support or lead the procurement process, including:
- Equipment specifications
- Quote requisitions
- Technical and commercial bid evaluations
- Purchase order preparation
- Review equipment vendor drawings to ensure proper design integration and consistency with purchase documentation
- For more experienced engineers:
- Manage overall project scope, budget, and schedule
- Lead internal project team meetings
- Independently manage small‑ to mid‑scale projects
Qualifications
- Working knowledge or developing understanding of:
- ANSI pipe schedules
- Flange pressure and temperature ratings
- Pipe, fitting, and flange materials
- API, ASTM, ASME, and MSS material specifications
- 5 years of experience with natural gas or related fields
- E.I. certification preferred but not required
- Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as DOT Part 192, ASME B31.3, and ASME B31.8 (level dependent)
- Knowledge of common mechanical equipment used in industrial and natural gas facilities
- Understanding of general construction practices and sequencing
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team