Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

Join a dynamic team that designs and engineers natural gas piping and compressor/metering stations for the midstream natural gas industry. This role primarily supports compressor/metering station projects and involves worksharing between business units.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all mechanical engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, from concept development to execution and closeout.
• Develop engineering design specifications, calculations, and drawings, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers and designers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
• Collaborate with project managers and other stakeholders to develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets, ensuring timely delivery of engineering deliverables.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and mitigation measures associated with decommissioning activities.
• Review and evaluate vendor proposals and technical documentation to ensure alignment with project requirements and specifications.
• Interface with clients, regulatory agencies, and third-party contractors to address technical inquiries, resolve engineering issues, and facilitate project approvals.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and HAZOP/HAZID sessions to ensure effective communication and coordination among project teams.
• Monitor project progress and performance metrics, identifying opportunities for optimization and efficiency improvements.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and environmental stewardship, ensuring that all engineering activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Mechanical engineering expertise, particularly in the natural gas sector.
• Project engineering and design experience, with a minimum of 5 years in the oil and gas industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME).

• Consulting experience.
• Proficiency in design software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, CadWorx, P&ID.
• Experience with compressor stations and meter stations.
• Knowledge of pipeline design and pipeline engineering.
• Familiarity with brownfield and greenfield projects.
• Experience with Navisworks.

Enjoy a hybrid work setting with a typical schedule of three days in the office and two days working from home. (can negotiate remote work and work 1-2 days a month onstie in the KY office) The engineering office is medium-sized, with approximately 60 employees including field staff, engineers, and project managers, located in Kentucky. The company offers flexibility to work around personal schedules and situations, including remote work options for candidates not local to Lexington, requiring in-office presence only one day a month. The role may require travel to project sites as needed.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Versailles,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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