Furnace Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

At Technip Energies, we are more than just a leading engineering and technology company — we are pioneers committed to shaping a sustainable future. With thousands of talented professionals worldwide, we deliver innovative solutions to real-world energy challenges while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Join us on a one-of-a-kind journey where you can take pride in being part of the solution for the benefit of our planet, people, and communities.

Position Summary

The Principal Engineer – Furnaces is responsible for providing mechanical engineering expertise and technical leadership for Technip Energies’ proprietary olefins pyrolysis furnace projects. The role supports domestic and international projects throughout Process Design Package (PDP), Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), and detailed engineering phases.

The position works closely with project teams, vendors, clients, and multidiscipline engineering organizations to develop furnace engineering deliverables, support procurement activities, review vendor documentation, and resolve technical issues throughout project execution.

In addition, the Principal Engineer – Furnaces serves as a technical authority for furnace mechanical engineering activities, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, code requirements, company procedures, and project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Functional Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities associated with proprietary olefins pyrolysis furnace projects
• Lead furnace mechanical discipline efforts during PDP, FEED, and detailed engineering phases
• Prepare material requisitions for furnace equipment and components
• Develop mechanical datasheets, specifications, scope of supply documentation, and bills of material
• Review and evaluate vendor drawings and technical documentation
• Perform technical reviews and engineering assessments related to furnace equipment and systems
• Support procurement activities through technical bid evaluations and vendor engagements
• Provide engineering support by responding to technical questions and requests
• Support field activities and provide technical assistance to resolve project-related issues
• Support project execution for both domestic and international furnace projects
  
  
  

Leadership / Management Responsibilities

• Lead the furnace mechanical discipline team on assigned projects
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineering personnel
• Coordinate furnace engineering activities with project teams and other engineering disciplines
• Support project decision-making through technical recommendations and engineering expertise
• Facilitate communication between engineering, procurement, vendors, and project stakeholders
• Promote engineering best practices and technical consistency across furnace projects
• Act as a subject matter expert for furnace mechanical engineering systems and equipment
  
  
  

Compliance / Operational Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable government regulations, engineering codes, and industry standards
• Ensure adherence to company quality assurance requirements, policies, and procedures
• Monitor engineering deliverables for quality, completeness, and compliance
• Identify project scope changes, deviations, and technical risks and communicate findings to project teams
• Maintain engineering documentation and records in accordance with project requirements
• Support technical reviews and quality control processes throughout project execution
• Ensure furnace designs comply with applicable ASME and API requirements
  
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from an accredited university
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant engineering experience
• Experience reviewing engineering specifications
• Experience preparing material requisitions
• Experience performing technical bid evaluations
• Experience reviewing vendor drawings and technical documentation
• Knowledge of ASME Codes and applicable API standards, including:
• ASME B31.3
• ASME B31.1
• ASME Section I
• ASME Section VIII
• API 530
• API 560
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with olefins pyrolysis furnace engineering
• Experience supporting international EPC projects
• Professional licensure within the United States
  
  
  

Role Specific Knowledge & Skills

• Furnace mechanical engineering
• Olefins pyrolysis furnace technology
• Mechanical equipment design
• Engineering specifications and datasheets
• Technical bid evaluations
• Material requisitions
• Vendor document review
• ASME Codes
• API Standards
• Field engineering support
• Multidiscipline project coordination
• Technical leadership and mentoring
  
  
  

Working Conditions

• Office-based engineering role
• Support of domestic and international project execution activities
• Frequent interaction with project teams, vendors, procurement personnel, and engineering stakeholders
• Participation in technical reviews, project meetings, and engineering evaluations
• Occasional field support activities may be required
  
  
  

Additional Information

• No sponsorship or relocation assistance available.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.