Shell & Tube Engineer

Altex Industries Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer specializing in the design, engineering, fabrication, and servicing of heat transfer and pressure equipment for the energy and industrial sectors. Based in Edmonton, Alberta, our operations include the design and fabrication of shell-and-tube heat exchangers, air-cooled heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and other custom process equipment, along with field and maintenance services.

We are growing and are looking for an experienced Shell & Tube Engineer to join our Engineering team.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the design and engineering of shell-and-tube heat exchangers and pressure equipment and will support projects from initial design through fabrication and delivery.

Responsibilities

· Design shell-and-tube heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and related pressure equipment.

· Prepare design calculations, detailed drawings, datasheets, specifications, and supporting technical documentation.

· Ensure designs meet applicable ASME, TEMA, API, regulatory, customer, and Altex requirements.

· Review and approve engineering drawings, calculations, and technical documentation.

· Review customer specifications and project requirements to ensure the scope and design requirements are clearly understood.

· Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, Project Management, Supply Chain, and other departments throughout project execution.

· Communicate with customers to clarify technical and design requirements.

· Follow assigned projects throughout the manufacturing process, including regular shop walk-downs from fabrication start through delivery.

· Provide technical support during fabrication and assist with resolving design questions, NCRs, and other technical issues.





· Support other Altex departments with the interpretation and application of applicable codes and standards.

· Design structures and equipment as required to support the fabrication facility and Field Services operations.

· Assist with the development and improvement of engineering standards, procedures, tools, and processes.

· Participate in training and professional development as required.

· Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

· Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with APEGA.

· 5–10 years of engineering experience in pressure equipment design.

· Experience designing shell-and-tube heat exchangers.

· Strong knowledge and practical application of ASME and TEMA codes and standards.

· Experience with applicable API codes and standards.

· Ability to independently manage assigned engineering work and exercise professional engineering judgment.

· Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

· Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

· Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and a high level of integrity.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft-based operating systems.





Preferred Qualifications

· Experience using pressure vessel design software, with PVELite, and COMPRESS experience preferred.

· Experience working in a pressure equipment fabrication or manufacturing environment.

· Experience providing engineering support throughout the fabrication process.

· Experience working directly with Production and Quality teams to resolve technical and fabrication issues.

· Experience interpreting customer specifications and translating requirements into equipment designs.

Why Join Altex?

At Altex, our engineers have the opportunity to see their work move from design into actual fabrication. You will work directly with our shop, Quality, Project Management, and other teams and have the opportunity to follow equipment through the complete project lifecycle.

We offer a collaborative, hands-on setting where your technical knowledge and experience can directly contribute to the equipment we design and manufacture.

If you have experience in shell-and-tube heat exchanger and pressure equipment design, we would like to hear from you.

To learn more about Altex Industries Inc., visit www.altexindustriesinc.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application question(s):

- How many years of experience do you have working in shell and tube heat exchanger fabrication or repair?
- Do you have hands-on experience working with shell and tube heat exchangers?
- Are you comfortable reading and working from fabrication drawings, blueprints, and specifications?
- Are you able to reliably commute to our Edmonton facility for your scheduled shifts?

Work Location: In person

📌 Shell & Tube Engineer (Edmonton)
🏢 Altex Industries
📍 Edmonton