Mechanical Design Engineer - ASME Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers

Location: Hamburg, New York

Job Type: Full-Time

Hybrid Position: This position is primarily on-site in Hamburg, New York, with limited remote work available based on project needs and manager approval.(80/20)

Position Summary

company is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to design and detail ASME shell-and-tube heat exchangers and pressure vessels.

This hands-on position supports projects from customer specifications and initial design through approval drawings, code calculations, bills of material, fabrication, inspection, and final documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design shell-and-tube heat exchangers and pressure vessels in accordance with ASME Section VIII.

• Review customer specifications, drawings, data sheets, and technical requirements.

• Prepare general arrangement drawings, fabrication drawings, machining details, and bills of material.

• Perform and document pressure-vessel calculations using COMPRESS, PV Elite, or similar software.

• Translate customer and Code requirements into practical, manufacturable designs.

• Coordinate with manufacturing, machining, welding, purchasing, quality, and project management.

• Support the shop by answering technical questions, issuing revisions, and resolving fabrication concerns.

• Support NDE, hydrostatic testing, Authorized Inspector reviews, and customer hold points.

• Maintain drawings, revisions, BOMs, and engineering records within the company ERP system.

• Identify design, material, fabrication, and scheduling risks before they affect production.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Drafting and Design, or a related field.

• Three or more years of experience designing ASME pressure vessels or shell-and-tube heat exchangers.

• Working knowledge of ASME Section VIII, Division 1.

• Proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar CAD software.

• Experience performing ASME Code calculations manually or through recognized design software.

• Ability to prepare complete, fabrication-ready drawings and bills of material.

• Understanding of welding, machining, forming, assembly, and fabrication processes.

• Strong technical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Equivalent industry experience may be considered in place of formal education requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with COMPRESS, PV Elite, or similar pressure-vessel design software.

• Knowledge of TEMA standards and ASME Section VIII, Division 2.

• Experience working in an ASME "U" Stamp fabrication shop.

• Familiarity with NACE requirements, material selection, and corrosion considerations.

• Knowledge of RT, UT, PT, MT, hydrotesting, and inspection hold points.

• Experience with ERP systems such as JobBOSS.

• Experience designing custom, high-pressure, or high-temperature equipment.

What Success Looks Like

• Designs meet ASME Code and customer requirements.

• Drawings are accurate, complete, and fabrication-ready.

• Code calculations and documentation are organized and inspection-ready.

• Design risks are identified and resolved early.

• Projects remain aligned with customer schedules and production requirements.

• The engineer maintains ownership from initial design through fabrication and testing.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.

• Health and employee benefits.

• Retirement plan.

• Paid time off and company holidays.

• Professional-development opportunities.

• Direct involvement in custom-engineered equipment from design through completed fabrication.

• A collaborative environment where engineering works directly with manufacturing.