Mechancial/Pipe Stress Analysis Engineer in Houston, Texas at Piping Technology & Products Inc

Job Summary

Seeking several Mechanical / Pipe Stress Analysis Engineers to perform and lead piping stress analysis using CAESAR II and related tools. The role focuses on ensuring piping systems comply with applicable codes, project specifications, and safety requirements while delivering practical, efficient, and reliable engineering solutions grounded in sound engineering fundamentals.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and lead piping stress analysis using CAESAR II.

• Evaluate systems for thermal expansion, sustained loads, and occasional loads (e.g.,

wind, seismic).

• Ensure compliance with ASME codes, API standards, and project specifications.

• Develop and review stress models, load cases, and analysis reports.

• Analyze piping–structure interaction, including load transfer at supports.

• Selection of Pipe Supports, Design and optimize standard and custom pipe supports

• Recommend pipe routing and support locations.

• Analyze and validate equipment nozzle loads.

• Perform dynamic analysis (seismic, vibration, water hammer).

• Coordinate with piping, structural, and fabrication teams.

• Review drawings, P&IDs, and 3D models for analysis inputs.

• Provide technical input during design reviews and project execution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Master's degree preferred.

• 5–10+ years of experience in piping stress analysis.

• Experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or Data Center projects.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) – Preferred.

Skills

• CAESAR II (required); knowledge of AutoPIPE or any other pipe stress analysis tools

• Familiarity with AutoCAD, CADWorx, Revit, and Navisworks.

• Ability to interpret P&IDs, isometrics, GA drawings, and 3D models.

• Strong foundation in engineering fundamentals and first-principles thinking.

• Solid understanding of piping flexibility, layout, and support design.

• Cross-disciplinary understanding (piping, structural, fabrication, installation).

• Analytical and critical thinking skills with sound engineering judgment.

• Structured problem-solving approach.

Codes & Standards

• ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.4, B31.9.

• ASME Section VIII (Div. 1 & 2).

• Familiarity with API standards and WRC bulletins (107, 297, 537), MSS SP-58

• General familiarity with applicable industry codes and client specifications.