Piping Stress Engineer Jobs
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JOB TITLE: Piping Stress Analysis Engineer
LOCATION: Corpus or Houston, TX
DURATION: 3-6+ Month Contract to Hire or Direct Hire
RATE RANGE: $60-70/hour
TOP 3 SKILLS:
1. 5+ years of pipe stress analysis in chemical, petrochemical, refining, oil & gas, power or industrial facilities
2. CAESAR II (required), with working knowledge of ASME B31.3 / B31.1 and flange standards (B16.5 / B16.47)
3. Nozzle load evaluation on equipment (API 610 / 617 / 650 / 661, WRC 107 / 297) and specifying pipe supports, spring hangers and expansion joints
Position Summary:
Our client is looking for a Piping Stress Analysis Engineer to lead, perform and review static and dynamic stress analysis on process, utility and high-temperature, high-pressure piping. This engineer models systems in CAESAR II and checks the loads piping puts on pumps, compressors, vessels and other equipment. They also specify supports and hangers, and handle special cases like water hammer, vibration and relief valve thrust. They work closely with piping design, structural, equipment and vendor teams, write stress reports, check other engineers’ work, and support construction and operations with field fixes. Strong communication matters, since they explain results and recommended fixes to designers, leadership and clients.
Responsibilities:
- Lead, review and perform static and dynamic stress analysis on process, utility and high-temperature, high-pressure piping per ASME B31.3, B31.1 and project specifications.
- Model piping in CAESAR II and evaluate sustained, thermal expansion and occasional loads like wind, seismic and relief valve thrust.
- Check piping loads on equipment nozzles (pumps, compressors, turbines, vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, fired heaters) against API, NEMA, WRC and vendor allowables.
- Specify pipe supports, spring hangers, guides, anchors and expansion joints, and flag critical lines early through flexibility screening.
- Evaluate special cases like water hammer/surge, slug flow, relief valve discharge, vibration and flange leakage.
- Coordinate with piping design, process, structural, civil, rotating equipment and vendor teams, and provide pipe rack and foundation loads.
- Prepare stress reports and calculation packages, and check and review other engineers’ work.
- Support construction and operations by resolving field issues, RFIs, modifications and re-rate checks.
- Explain stress results and recommended fixes clearly to designers, project leadership and clients.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of pipe stress analysis in chemical, petrochemical, refining, oil & gas, power or industrial facilities.
- Working knowledge of ASME B31.3, B31.1, ASME Section VIII and B16.5 / B16.47 flanges.
- Experience with at least 80% of the following:
- Thermal flexibility analysis
- Sustained and occasional load cases
- Wind and seismic loads (ASCE 7)
- Nozzle load evaluation (API 610 / 617 / 650 / 661, WRC 107 / 297)
- Flange leakage checks
- Expansion joints and spring supports
- Relief valve reaction forces
- Underground piping
- Pipe rack loads
- Jacketed or non-metallic piping
- Good understanding of piping materials, pipe supports, and coordinating the 3D model with the piping design team.
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- CAESAR II (required) or AutoPIPE
- Microsoft Excel
- Bluebeam
- ASME B31.3, B31.1, Section VIII, B16.5 / B16.47; ASCE 7; API and WRC nozzle-load standards
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- FEA (finite element analysis) tools like ANSYS or Abaqus
- Dynamic and transient analysis tools like AFT Impulse
- API 579 fitness-for-service
- Familiarity with owner and EPC stress criteria and practices
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or EIT (Engineer in Training) certification
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.
FAIR CHANCE POLICY:
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.
JOB TITLE: Piping Stress Analysis Engineer
LOCATION: Corpus or Houston, TX
DURATION: 3-6+ Month Contract to Hire or Direct Hire
RATE RANGE: $60-70/hour
TOP 3 SKILLS:
1. 5+ years of pipe stress analysis in chemical, petrochemical, refining, oil & gas, power or industrial facilities
2. CAESAR II (required), with working knowledge of ASME B31.3 / B31.1 and flange standards (B16.5 / B16.47)
3. Nozzle load evaluation on equipment (API 610 / 617 / 650 / 661, WRC 107 / 297) and specifying pipe supports, spring hangers and expansion joints
Position Summary:
Our client is looking for a Piping Stress Analysis Engineer to lead, perform and review static and dynamic stress analysis on process, utility and high-temperature, high-pressure piping. This engineer models systems in CAESAR II and checks the loads piping puts on pumps, compressors, vessels and other equipment. They also specify supports and hangers, and handle special cases like water hammer, vibration and relief valve thrust. They work closely with piping design, structural, equipment and vendor teams, write stress reports, check other engineers’ work, and support construction and operations with field fixes. Strong communication matters, since they explain results and recommended fixes to designers, leadership and clients.
Responsibilities:
- Lead, review and perform static and dynamic stress analysis on process, utility and high-temperature, high-pressure piping per ASME B31.3, B31.1 and project specifications.
- Model piping in CAESAR II and evaluate sustained, thermal expansion and occasional loads like wind, seismic and relief valve thrust.
- Check piping loads on equipment nozzles (pumps, compressors, turbines, vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, fired heaters) against API, NEMA, WRC and vendor allowables.
- Specify pipe supports, spring hangers, guides, anchors and expansion joints, and flag critical lines early through flexibility screening.
- Evaluate special cases like water hammer/surge, slug flow, relief valve discharge, vibration and flange leakage.
- Coordinate with piping design, process, structural, civil, rotating equipment and vendor teams, and provide pipe rack and foundation loads.
- Prepare stress reports and calculation packages, and check and review other engineers’ work.
- Support construction and operations by resolving field issues, RFIs, modifications and re-rate checks.
- Explain stress results and recommended fixes clearly to designers, project leadership and clients.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of pipe stress analysis in chemical, petrochemical, refining, oil & gas, power or industrial facilities.
- Working knowledge of ASME B31.3, B31.1, ASME Section VIII and B16.5 / B16.47 flanges.
- Experience with at least 80% of the following:
- Thermal flexibility analysis
- Sustained and occasional load cases
- Wind and seismic loads (ASCE 7)
- Nozzle load evaluation (API 610 / 617 / 650 / 661, WRC 107 / 297)
- Flange leakage checks
- Expansion joints and spring supports
- Relief valve reaction forces
- Underground piping
- Pipe rack loads
- Jacketed or non-metallic piping
- Good understanding of piping materials, pipe supports, and coordinating the 3D model with the piping design team.
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- CAESAR II (required) or AutoPIPE
- Microsoft Excel
- Bluebeam
- ASME B31.3, B31.1, Section VIII, B16.5 / B16.47; ASCE 7; API and WRC nozzle-load standards
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- FEA (finite element analysis) tools like ANSYS or Abaqus
- Dynamic and transient analysis tools like AFT Impulse
- API 579 fitness-for-service
- Familiarity with owner and EPC stress criteria and practices
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or EIT (Engineer in Training) certification
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience
BENEFITS SUMMARY:
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.
FAIR CHANCE POLICY:
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.
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Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy46
- KBR1
- Blue Origin1
- Ursus1
- Mariana Minerals1
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in piping stress engineer jobs.
- Proficiency in Caesar II or equivalent pipe stress analysis software
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering or a related discipline
- Knowledge of ASME B31.3 and B31.1 piping design codes
- Experience preparing stress isometrics and pipe support specifications
- Familiarity with pressure vessel and heat exchanger interfaces in process plants
- Professional Engineer license preferred for lead or senior-level positions
Tips for Your Piping Stress Engineer Job Search
Quantify your Caesar II analysis results
Hiring managers want to see outcomes, not just tool usage. On your resume, describe specific pipe systems you analyzed, the codes you applied such as ASME B31.3 or B31.1, and whether your work resolved a compliance issue or prevented a costly redesign.
Target postings by project phase
Piping stress roles vary significantly between FEED, detailed design, and construction support. Read each job description carefully to identify which phase the team is in, then tailor your application to highlight experience that matches that phase rather than sending a generic resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists piping stress engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight code familiarity beyond Caesar II
Many candidates list Caesar II and stop there. Differentiate yourself by calling out your working knowledge of specific design codes like ASME B31.3, B31.1, or EN 13480, and any exposure to offshore or subsea standards such as DNV or API, which are valued in energy sector roles.
Prepare for a technical screening interview
Most piping stress engineer interviews include a whiteboard or take-home scenario where you walk through a flexibility or support problem. Practice explaining your load case methodology and how you decide between guided and rigid supports under thermal or seismic loading before your first round.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Project scope affects your day-to-day work substantially in this role. Before signing, ask whether you'll handle only stress analysis or also support design, vendor document review, and site visits, since scope creep without title or compensation adjustments is common in EPC environments.
Piping Stress Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most piping stress engineers?
The companies hiring the most piping stress engineers right now include Sargent & Lundy, KBR, and Blue Origin, with the largest share of openings in Tennessee, Delaware, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is typically strongest at EPC contractors, integrated oil and gas majors, and engineering consultancies supporting refinery or LNG projects.
How many piping stress engineer jobs are remote?
About 98% of piping stress engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of much of this work. Roles focused purely on analytical modeling and report writing tend to offer the most flexibility, while positions requiring site visits, construction support, or vendor meetings are more likely to be on-site or project-based.
How do you become a piping stress engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering, as most employers treat this as a baseline requirement. Build hands-on proficiency in Caesar II or similar stress analysis software during internships or early roles. Learn the core piping codes, particularly ASME B31.3 for process piping. Entry-level positions at EPC firms or engineering consultancies are the most common starting point, often with mentorship from senior stress engineers on live projects.
Can you get a piping stress engineer job with little experience?
Yes, junior piping stress engineer roles exist at EPC contractors and engineering consultancies that are structured around training new graduates. Demonstrating Caesar II competency, even through coursework or self-study projects, makes a strong impression. Candidates who also show familiarity with ASME codes and can discuss basic flexibility concepts in an interview stand out against applicants who only list general mechanical engineering experience on their resume.
What does the piping stress engineer interview process look like?
Most processes begin with a recruiter or HR screening call, followed by a technical interview with a lead or principal stress engineer. That technical round typically involves walking through a past analysis you performed, explaining your load case setup, and sometimes solving a simplified flexibility or support problem on the spot. A final round with a project manager or department head to discuss fit and project context is common before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to piping stress engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to piping stress engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing. The board is updated regularly, so checking back frequently gives you the best chance of catching newly posted positions before competition builds.
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