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Design Engineer-FWH - Entry Level

Thermal Engineering International · La Palma · United States

Full timeMechanical Engineer

Posted: 10/14/2026 · Last checked: 10/16/2026

Job description

Quoted in full from Thermal Engineering International's job posting. Gavroche does not edit it.

  • Review customer requirements, technical specifications, sales documentation, and design data to develop heat exchanger and pressure equipment designs.
  • Perform mechanical and structural calculations and prepare engineering drawings, bills of materials, and supporting documentation in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Develop general arrangement, fabrication, assembly, and drawings.
  • Review fabrication drawings and final document packages for technical accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepare and issue material and fabrication subcontract packages, engineering
  • Review engineering and fabrication documents for compliance with customer requirements and applicable standards.
  • Support project execution through technical coordination, material and fabrication subcontract packages, documentation, and customer follow-up.
  • Participate in project meetings and collaborate with cross functional engineering and project teams.
  • Identify design improvements that enhance performance, productivity, and cost effectiveness.
  • Communicate scope or design changes that may impact cost, quality, or schedule.
  • Perform other related engineering duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
  • 0-2+ years of professional engineering experience in mechanical design, pressure equipment, or a related engineering function
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Inventor and/or SolidWorks.
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, technical writing, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Experience with heat exchangers, pressure vessels, or related pressure equipment is preferred.
  • Knowledge of applicable Feedwater Heaters, HEI, ASME, PED, and standards is preferred.
  • Experience with FEA and engineering design software such as SolidWorks, CADWorx, PV Elite, or Codeware/Compress is preferred.
  • EIT/PE certification or relevant engineering internship/co-op experience is preferred.

Benefits

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