The Mid-Level Pressure Vessel Design Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, and code compliance of high-pressure steam-generating components including boiler drums, headers, superheaters, and economizers. The role focuses on delivering mechanically sound, fabrication-ready, and code-certified pressure parts in accordance with ASME Section I and other relevant global standards. The engineer plays a central role in interfacing between design, manufacturing, QA, and third-party inspection teams throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead the mechanical design and sizing of boiler and heat exchanger pressure parts per ASME Section I, ensuring compliance with code rules for pressure, material strength, and corrosion allowance.
Prepare and review design calculation packages for internal/external pressure, nozzle reinforcement, and fatigue/load analysis.
Develop fabrication drawings, weld maps, and inspection points using 2D/3D CAD and pressure vessel design software.
Interpret and apply related standards such as ASME Section II (materials), Section V (NDE), and Section IX (welding qualifications).
Oversee preparation of Design Data Reports (DDRs), U-stamp documents, and other regulatory deliverables.
Collaborate with QA, production, and procurement teams to validate material selection, thickness, and weld joint configuration.
Interface with Authorized Inspectors (AI) and support third-party reviews, ITP compliance, and inspection documentation.
Participate in failure investigation and fitness-for-service assessments for pressure boundary concerns or retrofits.
Mentor junior engineers and support design optimization for cost, manufacturability, and maintainability.
Maintain awareness of code changes and industry practices in vessel design and thermal systems engineering.
Detailed mechanical design and stress analysis of boiler pressure components
Code compliance with ASME Section I and related vessel codes
Design for manufacturability, weldability, and NDE requirements
Interface with inspectors, QA, and multidisciplinary design teams
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, or related discipline (required)
Additional training in ASME codes or boiler plant design (preferred)
Experience:
4–7 years of hands-on experience in pressure vessel design, particularly with steam-generating systems
Practical exposure to boiler fabrication, powerplant systems, or pressure part inspection
Technical Skills:
Proficiency with pressure vessel design software (e.g., PV Elite, COMPRESS, Codeware)
Strong knowledge of ASME Section I, including PG- and PW- requirements, nozzle reinforcement, and stay calculations
Familiarity with finite element analysis (FEA) for localized stress assessments
Proficient in CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Inventor) and basic stress hand calculations
Understanding of thermal stresses, creep limits, and cyclic loading in high-pressure systems
Soft Skills:
Strong problem-solving skills with a code-driven engineering mindset
Attention to detail in technical documentation and review
Effective communicator with the ability to explain design intent to inspectors and manufacturing teams
Self-driven and able to manage multiple projects or clients simultaneously