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HMT LLC

Tank & Pressure Vessel Engineer

Tomball, TX · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Tank & Pressure Vessel Engineer API 650 / API 653 / AWWA / ASME Section VIII Position Summary We ... Perform and support aboveground storage tank design and evaluation per API 650 * Support inspection ...

Matrix Service

Tank Superintendent

Texas City, TX · On-site

Supervises general foremen, as well as skilled welders for aboveground storage tank and specialty vessel construction activities. * Acts as liaison between field engineering and skilled craft to ...

Matrix Service

Tank Superintendent

Texas City, TX · On-site

Supervises general foremen, as well as skilled welders for aboveground storage tank and specialty vessel construction activities. * Acts as liaison between field engineering and skilled craft to ...

Tanco Engineering

Welders Wanted

Corpus Christi, TX

$125/day

Tanco Engineering is seeking dedicated Storage Tank Welders to join our traveling crew. With over 40 years of industry leadership, we offer more than just a paycheck--we provide a stable, long-term ...

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Tanco Engineering

Welders Wanted

Houston, TX

$125/day

Tanco Engineering is seeking dedicated Storage Tank Welders to join our traveling crew. With over 40 years of industry leadership, we offer more than just a paycheck--we provide a stable, long-term ...

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Matrix Applied Technologies, Inc.

Drafter

Houston, TX

... Storage Tank products. This includes doing layout and design work, as directed by the engineering team. Essential Functions * Actively supports the Company's commitment to safety and its "Core Values.

DN LLC

Structural Design Engineer

Grand Prairie, TX

We have built over 3,500 pre-stressed concrete liquid storage tanks over the past 90 years around ... At DN, we don't just construct tanks--we engineer resilience, reliability, and innovation into ...

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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for storage tank engineer in Texas is $52.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43.46 and $61.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Storage Tank Engineer requires expertise in structural engineering, material science, and fluid dynamics, typically supported by a degree in civil, mechanical, or chemical engineering. Proficiency with CAD software, API and ASME codes, and tank inspection technologies—as well as certifications like API 653—is essential. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set top performers apart in this field. These skills enable engineers to design, maintain, and ensure the safety and compliance of storage tank systems in diverse industrial settings.

What does a Storage Tank Engineer do?

A Storage Tank Engineer specializes in the design, construction, inspection, and maintenance of storage tanks used in industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, and water treatment. They ensure tanks meet regulatory standards, safety requirements, and industry best practices. Their responsibilities may include material selection, structural analysis, corrosion prevention, and compliance with environmental guidelines. They often work closely with project managers, inspectors, and maintenance teams to ensure tank integrity and operational efficiency.

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As a Storage Tank Engineer, your daily tasks may include designing and reviewing storage tank plans, conducting inspections and maintenance assessments, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. You’ll frequently collaborate with project managers, construction teams, and quality assurance professionals to oversee installation and repairs. Additionally, you might analyze technical reports, address on-site challenges, and recommend upgrades or replacements for aging infrastructure. This role often balances time between the office and field visits to ensure safe and efficient storage tank operations.

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Tank & Pressure Vessel Engineer

Tank & Pressure Vessel Engineer

HMT LLC

Tomball, TX • On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Tank & Pressure Vessel Engineer

API 650 / API 653 / AWWA / ASME Section VIII

Position Summary

We are seeking a Tank & Pressure Vessel Engineer with hands-on experience in the design, inspection, and evaluation of aboveground storage tanks and pressure vessels. This role supports new construction, in-service equipment, and repair/alteration projects in accordance with API 650, API 653, AWWA and ASME Section VIII, with a strong emphasis on ASME pressure vessel design.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and review pressure vessels in accordance with ASME Section VIII, including calculations, material selection, and code compliance
  • Perform and support aboveground storage tank design and evaluation per API 650
  • Support inspection, repair, and alteration activities per API 653
  • Review drawings, specifications, and fabrication details for code compliance
  • Evaluate inspection data, corrosion rates, and remaining life
  • Develop technical scopes for repairs, alterations, and retrofits
  • Support fitness-for-service evaluations in accordance with API 579 (as required)
  • Coordinate with inspectors, fabricators, contractors, and Authorized Inspectors
  • Prepare clear, concise engineering calculations, reports, and client deliverables
  • Provide technical support during construction, fabrication, and field execution

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)
  • 3+ years of direct ASME Section VIII pressure vessel design experience
  • Working knowledge of API 650 and API 653
  • Experience interpreting inspection data and fabrication drawings
  • Strong understanding of applicable industry codes and standards
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in written and verbal form

Preferred Qualifications

  • API 653 and/or API 510 certification
  • Experience with API 579 / Fitness-for-Service assessments
  • Experience with vessel fabrication process
  • Experience supporting Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) studies
  • Experience with terminals, refineries or mission-critical facilities

About HMT

HMT is the global leader in aboveground storage tank solutions. HMT brings a distinct level of innovation and service to the tank industry through a unique approach of partnering with customers to optimize tank operations. Knowing that every customer’s need is different, we use our decades of experience to customize solutions that help tank operations become more efficient, more productive, and more profitable.
HMT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We will not tolerate discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual expression, or any other unlawful reason. All qualified applicants are encouraged to submit applications for employment. Employment with HMT is At-Will.

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