Hybrid Principal Engineer, Skidded Systems

at Via Separations

• Job title: Principal Engineer, Skidded Systems
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $126,000 - $155,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Watertown, United States

About the role

• Principal Engineer leading technical design and development of commercial membrane systems at Via Separations. Involves cross-disciplinary collaboration and project execution for integrated process systems.

Responsibilities

• As the Principal Engineer, you will be the technical lead responsible for the analysis, modeling, design, drafting, and development of our commercial membrane systems.
• You will be an integral member of the cross-disciplinary engineering team and work alongside our external engineering partners to bring both our pilot scale and commercial systems to fruition.
• The role involves supporting, studying, understanding, and executing upon detailed project requirements and specifications.
• This position has a focus on leading the comprehensive design, analysis, and implementation of modular, skid-mounted integrated process systems, specializing in mechanical, structural, and piping systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. **Minimum of 8-10 years** of progressive experience leading the mechanical and structural design of **complex, skid-mounted process systems** for capital projects.
• Experience with Skid-Mounted Equipment or Modular Process Packages is essential.
• Desired experience in large industrial scale equipment (e.g. oil & gas, chemical processing, membranes or separation processes)
• **Proficiency** with an integrated 3D piping and structural CAD system (e.g., Autodesk Plant3d, SolidWorks with Routing, Inventor).
• Deep working knowledge of structural steel design principles and welding requirements.
• Familiarity with commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a design/manufacturing
• Familiarity with **ASME B31.3** (Process Piping) and American Petroleum Institute (**API**) standards a plus
• Experience in engineering document management is desirable but not necessary
• Strong ability to manage time and quickly shifting priorities
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• A clear interest in sustainability
• Some travel (up to 25%) may be required
• In the event a field site requires entry screening, a background check and/or drug screen may be required
• US work authorization is required for this role

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including equity options
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Disability & Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• 12+ weeks of paid Family Leave
• Paid Flex time off
• Paid time off for Company holidays