Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer II / Quality Control Lead

Carlsbad New Mexico Office & Fabrication Shop Based

Are you a Mechanical Engineer who enjoys being close to work where designs turn into real fabricated equipment and understands that strong engineering and strong compliance go hand in hand

In this role engineering execution and quality control are inseparable. As a Mechanical Engineer II / Quality Control Lead youll design and support mechanical equipment while also ensuring that what gets built meets ASME code requirements quality standards and long-term operability expectations. Your engineering decisions directly influence compliance inspection outcomes and the safe commissioning of equipment in the field.

This is a hands-on role for someone who values accountability documentation discipline and collaboration with fabricators inspectors and project teams - seeing projects through from early design to fabrication inspection and startup.

Why Join Us

Engineering With Purpose Design pressure vessels and mechanical systems while ensuring they meet ASME and quality requirements from concept through commissioning.
Built-In Compliance Leadership Own QC and code compliance activities that are embedded in daily engineering work not siloed from it.
Hands-On Environment Work directly with an in-house fabrication shop inspectors and project teams.
Broad Exposure & Growth Gain end-to-end visibility into design fabrication inspection and plant integration - experience thats rare in traditional engineering roles.
Cross-Functional Impact Partner closely with Engineering Project Management Fabrication Procurement Construction Operations and Quality.

What Youll Do

Mechanical Engineering (Primary Focus)

Design pressure vessels and mechanical equipment with consideration for piping valves relief devices foundations and structural components
Perform ASME code calculations (Section I Section VIII Div. 1 ASME B31.1 API 650/620) using CEI Codeware/COMPRESS and hand calculations
Review drawings specifications P&IDs and vendor data for compliance and mechanical integrity
Prepare equipment piping material specifications and scopes of work
Support procurement through technical bid evaluations vendor selection and data review
Coordinate with fabrication and construction teams to resolve engineering or quality issues
Witness inspections and testing (e.g. hydrostatic testing) and document results
Provide mechanical support to operating plants fabrication activities and small-capital projects
Travel as needed to support fabrication shops vendors and project sites

Quality Control & Compliance (Integrated Responsibility)

Maintain and administer the Project Services Quality Control Program
Ensure compliance with ASME U S and R stamp requirements
Coordinate Authorized Inspectors (AI) third-party NDE and required inspections
Maintain ASME code files QC documentation weld procedures welder qualifications and inspection records
Review material certifications (MTRs) receiving inspections and fabrication documentation
Manage Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) and follow issues through to resolution
Support audits certifications and ongoing shop compliance activities
Provide guidance and backup support to QC inspectors as needed

Qualifications :

What Youll Bring

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
5-10 years of mechanical engineering experience in pressure vessels and/or piping
Working knowledge of ASME codes and quality control requirements
Experience in fabrication shops or industrial environments
Strong communication organization and follow-through skills
Ability to balance engineering judgment with compliance and documentation discipline
Comfort working cross-functionally with engineers fabricators inspectors and project teams

Nice to Have:
Prior experience supporting or leading ASME QC programs
Familiarity with plant operations or field construction support
Experience mentoring junior engineers or inspectors

Work Environment & Travel

This is an office- and shop-based role that supports fabrication activities
Occasional short-duration travel for inspections vendor visits and testing
Primarily standard business hours with flexibility during critical fabrication or inspection phases

Additional Information :

Why join Tessenderlo Kerley:

Working at Tessenderlo Kerley

• Work/life balance
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Learning development and teamwork
• Community involvement/outreach
• Challenging and meaningful work

Benefits & Rewards:

• Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (Low employee premiums!)
• 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of employee contribution
• 401(k) company retirement contribution at year-end equal to 4% of annual base salary
• Short-term incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
• Life Insurance (2x annual base salary)
• Paid vacation and sick time and 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5000 per calendar year (non-taxable)
• Adoption Assistance: Up to $7500 in reimbursement assistance
• Paid maternity and parental time off
• Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine program for you and your dependents
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Company referral program

Tessenderlo Kerley is part of Tessenderlo Group an industrial group that focuses on agriculture valorizing bio-residuals machinery mechanical engineering electronics energy and providing industrial solutions with a focus on water. With its headquarters in Belgium the group is active in over 100 countries and it has a global team of more than 7000 employees. Its belief that Every Molecule Counts is at the heart of the strategy of the group: Tessenderlo Group continually strives to valorize its products and processes to the maximum and to add value to everything it does. For more information about Tessenderlo Group its people and its brands please visit .

Tessenderlo Kerley Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time