Senior Valve Design Engineer – Severe Service Ball Valves
Guide Valve USA Limited
Location: Houston, Texas (77090)
Work Arrangement: On-site preferred; hybrid or remote considered for exceptional candidates
Company Profile
Guide Valve USA Limited is a recognized manufacturer of engineered valve and flow control solutions for demanding industrial applications. Operating under our “Better by Design” philosophy, we deliver technically advanced, reliable products supported by strong engineering discipline and manufacturing excellence.
Our portfolio includes severe service ball valves marketed under the GVS, VCI, and Lowe brands, serving critical applications across oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, chemical processing, and power generation. We are committed to long-term product integrity, continuous improvement, and a professional, collaborative work environment.
Position Summary
Guide Valve USA Limited is seeking a Senior Valve Design Engineer with substantial experience in the design and manufacture of severe service metal-seated ball valves . This position is intended for a senior-level engineer with a proven track record delivering engineered valve solutions for high-pressure, high-temperature, erosive, and corrosive service conditions.
The successful candidate will serve as a technical authority within the organization, providing leadership in product design, engineering analysis, manufacturability, and field support while contributing directly to the performance, reliability, and evolution of the company’s valve offerings.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the mechanical design and development of severe service ball valves from concept through production release
- Perform detailed engineering calculations, including pressure boundary design, stress analysis, and component sizing
- Develop, review, and approve engineering drawings, 3D models, technical specifications, and bills of material
- Provide direct engineering support to manufacturing operations, including machining, assembly, testing, and field issue resolution
- Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards and codes (API, ASME, ISO, etc.)
- Support engineered, application-specific valve solutions in collaboration with sales, operations, and customers
- Participate in formal design reviews, failure analyses, root-cause investigations, and implementation of corrective actions
- Interface professionally with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on technical matters
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on design robustness, manufacturability, reliability, and performance
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineering staff as required
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s degree preferred)
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in valve engineering, with a strong emphasis on severe service ball valves
- Demonstrated experience within a valve manufacturing environment
- Extensive background in metal-seated ball valve designs, including trunnion-mounted and severe-duty configurations
- In-depth knowledge of materials selection, coatings, sealing technologies, and actuation systems for severe service applications
- Proven expertise in pressure-containing component design and valve performance under extreme operating conditions
- Proficiency with 3D CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or equivalent
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills
- Ability to operate independently while collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, chemical processing, or power generation industries
- Exposure to high-cycle, high-temperature, erosive, or abrasive service applications
- Prior experience with organizations known for engineered severe service valve solutions
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
- Flexible work arrangements for qualified candidates
- Opportunity to assume a critical technical role within a growing, engineering-driven organization
- Professional, collaborative environment with direct influence on product design and manufacturing outcomes
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits