Senior Mechanical Engineer - Gas Pipeline

An employee-owned engineering consulting firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the planning, design, and execution of natural gas, liquids, and energy infrastructure projects. This role will focus on pipeline systems engineering, station facilities, integrity-related upgrades, and pipeline expansion projects while helping grow the firm's presence within the natural gas and midstream markets.

This position offers the opportunity to work on projects ranging from pipeline routing and sizing studies to compressor stations, metering facilities, and trenchless crossing designs.

• Lead and support engineering design for gas, hazardous liquids, slurry, and other pipeline systems.
• Prepare detailed engineering packages for pipeline upgrades, relocations, integrity work, and new pipeline installations.
• Perform pipeline routing evaluations, hydraulic assessments, and pipe sizing calculations.
• Develop construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
• Bored crossings

Design and support facilities such as:

• Metering and regulation stations
• Pig launchers and receivers
• Interconnect stations
• Pressure relief systems
• Measurement systems
• Compressor station piping systems
• Gas conditioning and treatment facilities

• Assist with project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution.
• Develop cost estimates, bid evaluations, funding requests, and project authorization documents.
• Coordinate with clients, project teams, surveyors, utilities, and contractors.
• Provide project updates and ensure milestones are met.

• Participate in site visits and field investigations.
• Coordinate survey, utility locating, and cathodic protection activities.
• Support construction execution and field verification efforts.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in pipeline, oil & gas, or energy infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of pipeline engineering principles and industry practices.
• Experience with natural gas, LNG, liquids, or related piping systems.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and engineering modeling software.
• Strong communication, organization, and project coordination skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• 15+ years of consulting engineering or industrial experience.
• Direct client-facing and project leadership experience.
• Working knowledge of:
  • 49 CFR Parts 192 & 195
  • ASME pipeline and piping codes
  • API standards
• Experience with compressor stations, interconnects, metering facilities, and pipeline integrity projects.
• Hybrid work environment available.
• Periodic domestic travel and fieldwork required.
• Exposure to active construction sites, industrial facilities, and outdoor project environments.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement programs.
• Employee ownership and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Professional development, training, and mentorship programs.
• Generous paid time off and family leave benefits.
• Wellness, safety, and employee support programs.