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Valve Engineering Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Bray Architects

Valve Design Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Valve Design Engineer Company: Bray International Location: Onsite, 5 days a week in Houston, Texas ... Apply engineering skills to introduce new products efficiently, achieving optimal design margins in ...

United Valve

Production Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$78K - $98K/yr

Successful candidates will use prior engineering skills relevant to the valve industry to assist both the Engineering and Production Departments with testing, design, project management and overall ...

Bray International

Valve Designer

Houston, TX · On-site

Valve Designer Company: Bray International, Inc. Location: Houston, Texas (Onsite, 5 days a week ... As a family-owned business with over 30 years of engineered excellence, Bray is known for its ...

Ineos

Relief Valve Technical Authority

League City, TX · On-site

Site-based RV engineers and process safety personnel operate within the relief system framework ... The Relief Valve Technical Authority sits at the intersection of equipment integrity and process ...

Bray Architects

Valve Designer

Houston, TX · On-site

Valve Designer Company: Bray International, Inc. Location: Houston, Texas (Onsite, 5 days a week ... As a family-owned business with over 30 years of engineered excellence, Bray is known for its ...

INEOS

Relief Valve Technical Authority

League City, TX · On-site

Site-based RV engineers and process safety personnel operate within the relief system framework ... The Relief Valve Technical Authority sits at the intersection of equipment integrity and process ...

Airswift

Control Valve Planner

Port Arthur, TX · On-site

The role is well suited to professionals with strong control valve planning, maintenance, QA/QC, and outage scheduling experience who can work across planning, engineering, logistics, purchasing ...

MRC Global

VEMC Warehouse Associate

La Porte, TX · On-site

$15 - $17.75/hr

Job Purpose Support Valve Engineering and Modification Shop with Shipping, receiving, and inventory duties. Maintain the flow of stocked and delivered inventory by pulling material from bins, loading ...

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What is a valve engineer?

Valve engineers are professionals who design, develop, test, and maintain valves used in various industrial systems, such as oil and gas, water treatment, and manufacturing. Their work ensures that valves function efficiently and safely to control the flow of liquids, gases, or other materials. Valve engineers often collaborate with other engineering teams to select appropriate valve types, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a valve engineer?

To thrive as a Valve Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering, fluid dynamics, and materials science, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Proficiency in CAD software, valve sizing and selection tools, and familiarity with industry standards such as API and ASME certifications are commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring project success. These competencies are crucial for designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting valves that ensure safety and efficiency in industrial systems.

What are some common challenges valve engineers face when working on multidisciplinary project teams?

Valve Engineers often collaborate with professionals from mechanical, electrical, and process engineering backgrounds on complex projects. A common challenge is ensuring that valve specifications meet both industry standards and the unique requirements of each project while maintaining clear communication across disciplines. Additionally, balancing project timelines with the need for thorough testing and quality assurance can be demanding. Successful Valve Engineers are proactive in addressing integration issues early and adapt to evolving project needs by staying up-to-date with the latest technologies and best practices.

What is the difference between Valve Engineering vs Mechanical Engineering?

AspectValve EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Required CredentialsTypically requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, with specialized knowledge in valve design and fluid dynamicsRequires a degree in Mechanical Engineering, often with broader focus on machinery, thermodynamics, and materials
Work EnvironmentPrimarily in manufacturing, oil & gas, or industrial settings focused on valve design, testing, and maintenanceVaries across industries including automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, often involving design, analysis, and testing of mechanical systems
Industry UsageSpecialized within industries that require valve systems, such as oil & gas, water treatment, and power generationWidely used across multiple industries including automotive, aerospace, energy, and manufacturing

Valve Engineering focuses specifically on designing, testing, and maintaining valves used in various industries, requiring specialized knowledge. Mechanical Engineering offers a broader scope, covering general machinery and systems. Both roles share foundational engineering principles but differ in specialization and application.

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Valve Assembler

Houston, TX

Dixon Valve & Coupling Company LLC
Oil and Gas Extraction • 1 - 5K employees
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$15.25 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Dixon Valve rating

9.4

Company rating: 9.4 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Valve Assembler
Location: 6525 Homestead Road, Houston, TX 77028
Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Monday through Friday
Competitive Compensation

Make the Right Connection—Build Your Career with Dixon!

The Dixon Group is looking for a Valve Assembler to join out team in Houston, TX! In this position, you will perform a variety of valve manufacturing duties that will include cleaning, assembling, testing, and packaging of customer orders. May use automated testing equipment.

At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do:

  • Assemble, NDT test, package, and ship valves in accordance with strict written procedures.
  • Fill out and maintain the material traceability documents needed for the tracking of the valve and components.
  • Assemble, disassemble, repair, and recondition industrial valves according to engineering drawings and work instructions.
  • Perform functional, pneumatic, hydrostatic, and leak testing to verify valve performance.
  • Inspect components for wear, damage, and dimensional accuracy using precision measuring equipment.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, bills of materials, and technical specifications.
  • Maintain accurate documentation for production, inspection, and testing.
  • Operate hand tools, torque tools, lifting equipment, and testing fixtures safely.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area following 5S and safety requirements.

What We're Looking For:

  • Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity.
  • Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
  • Familiarity with hydrostatic testing equipment.
  • Ability to lift 30 lbs.
  • Ability to read measuring equipment and pressure gauges.
  • Basic computer skills are required.

What We Offer:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
  • Competitive salary
  • Bonus programs
  • 401K retirement plan
  • Training opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays
  • Gym reimbursements, and more!

Who We Are: The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!

We do not provide sponsorships to work in the United States.

The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company's policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals, as well as to administer all personnel actions, compensation, and benefits, without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry or national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, veteran status, military service, or any other factors protected by applicable law. This policy extends to all employees and applicants and to all aspects of the employment relationship.

The Dixon Group is committed to protecting the privacy rights of its employees and job applicants to the fullest extent required by applicable law. To that end, personal information will be collected solely for those legitimate business purposes recognized by law, and then maintained in a manner consistent with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to document retention requirements. The Dixon Group does not sell personal information to third parties, and does not share such personal information with third parties except when authorized by law to do so (e.g., in response to a lawful subpoena; mandatory tax reporting; etc.)

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