Mechanical Engineering Consultant

JOB DESCRIPTION

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Mechanical Engineering Consultant – E&I AP

The E&I Leveraged Engineering team is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to support the Asia Pacific region for Integrated Operations. This selected candidate will provide technical support to capital projects and plant operations, with a primary focus on mechanical process design for chemical manufacturing facilities.

This position provides support in developing and implementing design solutions, upgrades, and problem-solving strategies for piping systems, pressure vessels, mixing equipment, heat transfer equipment, air abatement systems, solid handling equipment, and storage tanks.

Expertise is desired in code design, regulatory compliance, non-metallics, pipe stress analysis, factory acceptance testing, and fitness for service. The ideal candidate will have detailed expertise in designing and commissioning process equipment for batch, continuous, and discrete processes.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and support the design of process equipment, including pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, and piping systems.
• Apply and interpret industry codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, ASTM) and ensure compliance with RAGAGEPs.
• Identify and promote best practices (including national and international standards) for designing, operating, and maintaining pressure vessels, tanks, non-metallics, piping and heat exchangers.
• Collaborate with process engineers and project teams to ensure mechanical design alignment with process requirements.
• Provide technical input during equipment procurement, fabrication, and installation phases.
• Support the development and maintenance of corporate engineering standards related to mechanical design.
• Utilize engineering software such as AutoCAD, Plant 3D, SolidWorks, and pipe stress analysis tools (e.g., CAESAR II®) to support design activities.
• Apply fitness-for-service concepts to evaluate flaws and other damage mechanisms on existing pressure vessels, non-metallic vessels, and piping systems.
• Provide operating and maintenance support to recommend and help implement solutions for process equipment across DuPont facilities.

The Mechanical Process Consultant will collaborate with DuPont resources and cross-functional teams to achieve timely solutions to business challenges. This individual will also be a member of the SWAT team, responding rapidly to critical business issues in Asia pacific region, such as equipment failure leading to plant shutdowns, manufacturing limitations restricting rates, or other urgent matters impacting production or revenue.

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