Mechanical Design Engineer

bp
Houston, TX
Job Family Group:
Engineering Group

Job Description:

About Archaea

bp is committed to investing in lower carbon energy so we can meet our ambition to reach net zero by 2050. And while we're still mostly in oil and gas today, bioenergy is one of our five transition growth engines and a key focus to help us support the global energy transition.

Archaea Energy, a bp company, is a leader in landfill gas to energy and the largest renewable natural gas (RNG) producer in the US. With big ambitions, we specialize in the development, construction and operation of RNG, landfill-gas-to-electric and dairy digester facilities. The team operates around 50 sites in 32 states with a robust development pipeline.

About the role

The Design Engineer is responsible for 3D design and creation of technical drawings for landfill gas to energy facilities (LFGTE) and Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) skid equipment, compression packages as-built drawings, & modification drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

Key accountabilities

  • Design responsibility of LFGTE and RNG BTU skid equipment using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
  • Create or revise accurate, detailed SolidWorks CAD models, drawings, P&ID drawings, BOM's, and other engineering documentation as required.
  • Performs design calculations for pipe sizes. Assist in procurement of mechanical equipment and instrumentation to support operations.
  • Maintains knowledge of the ASME Process Piping Design, Materials, Fabrication and Specifications leading to fabrication and assembly documents.
  • Maintains current knowledge of the latest codes, standards and best practices to encourage Mechanical safety for personnel and equipment protection.
  • Approaches designs with safety and long-term serviceability as top priorities.
  • Responsible for proper interpretation of design specifications and drawings and preparation of project specification.
  • Prepare BOM, Instrumentation list & design specs.
  • Collaborate with design team to meet equipment specifications and deadlines.
  • Provide engineering support to operations (LFGTE and RNG) in design and maintenance areas.
  • Managing the drawings/documentation control in PDM.
Essential education

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Associates Degree in Mechanical Design
Essential experience

  • 3+ years of experience
  • Experience with Autodesk (or AutoCAD)
  • Experience with SolidWorks
  • Experience with MS Office Suite
  • Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance, ANSI Y14.5.
  • Thoroughness / attention to detail
  • Requires the ability to be self-motivated and work independently as well as in multi-skilled team environment
  • Must possess a valid driver's license.
  • Must pass background check and drug test.
Desirable criteria

  • Experience with Bluebeam
  • Experience with SolidWorks Routing
  • Experience designing natural gas processing and treating equipment
  • Experience creating technical manuals associated with equipment
  • Experience working with Process Industry Practices (PIP)
  • Experience with ASME, API, AISC, OSHA & ASTM standards
Why join us?

Delivering a better and more balanced energy system requires many different approaches and solutions. All of us have a part to play. We aim to support our people to learn and grow in an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. So, if you have the right skills, commitment and courage to help us invest in today's energy system and build out tomorrow's, apply today!

How much do we pay? $94,500 - $135,000. *Note that the pay range listed for this position is a genuinely expected and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

This position offers paid vacation depending on your years of relevant industry experience and will range from 120 - 240 hours of vacation per year for full times employees (60 - 240 hours of vacation per year for part time employees). You will also be eligible for 9 paid holidays per year and 2 personal choice holidays. You may learn more about how we calculate paid vacation and view our generous vacation and holiday schedules at benefits@bp . Bp has a parental leave policy as well, which offers up to 8 weeks' paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child. Learn more at benefits@bp .

Join our industry-leading team and you'll receive a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These include, but are not limited to:

  • Discretionary Annual Bonus Program
  • 401K Program
  • Quarterly Momentum Bonus
  • Health, Vision, And Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
But above all? You'll play a key part in helping bp deliver our ambition - to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner and help the world get to net zero. Apply today!

Travel Requirement:
Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:
Agility core practices, Agility core practices, Analytical Thinking, Asset Life Cycle Management, Automation system digital security, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Competency Management, Creativity and Innovation, Digital Fluency, Earthing and grounding systems, Electrical operational safety, Factory acceptance testing, Financial Management, Fire and gas philosophy, Functional Safety, Hazard Identification, Hazard identification and protection layer definition, Instrument and protective systems, Management of change, Network Technologies, Project Commissioning, Project Management, Safe and reliable operations, Safety critical equipment {+ 2 more}

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
Posted 2026-08-18

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