Lead Mechanical Engineer

Lead Mechanical Engineer Job Overview

Location :

United States, Blaine, Washington

Job 169534

Salary $ 53 Per Hour

TRS Staffing Solutions is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to support refinery and industrial capital projects in the Pacific Northwest.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mechanical engineering professional looking to combine technical leadership, project execution, and client interaction while remaining hands‑on with engineering activities. The successful candidate will lead a portfolio of capital, reliability, maintenance, and operational improvement projects supporting an active industrial facility.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with process piping, fixed equipment, rotating equipment, and refinery or petrochemical facilities. This role requires strong leadership skills, the ability to mentor engineering teams, and experience coordinating closely with operations, maintenance, construction, and project stakeholders.

• Lead mechanical engineering activities for refinery and industrial projects.

• Ensure all mechanical designs comply with applicable industry codes and standards including:

• ASME B31.1

• ASME B31.3

• ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code

• API Standards

• NBIC requirements

• Perform and review engineering calculations and design documentation.

• Prepare and review mechanical construction packages.

• Develop and review equipment and piping technical specifications.

• Provide technical leadership for process piping systems and fixed equipment.

• Support the procurement, modification, repair, and installation of mechanical equipment.

• Prepare and review:

• Equipment data sheets

• Technical specifications

• Vendor bid packages

• Mechanical design documentation

• Review piping layouts, isometrics, section views, support details, and specialty piping components.

• Evaluate welding procedures, non-destructive examination (NDE) requirements, coatings, insulation systems, and material selections.

• Lead mechanical engineering execution for multiple projects simultaneously.

• Participate in project prioritization and resource planning meetings.

• Develop scopes of work, estimates, material take-offs, and execution plans.

• Monitor project progress and ensure schedule commitments are achieved.

• Coordinate engineering activities across multiple disciplines.

• Perform field walkdowns and site evaluations.

• Support construction activities and installation planning.

• Conduct final mechanical acceptance walkdowns.

• Participate in Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR).

• Communicate directly with contractors and project teams during design and installation phases.

• Supervise and mentor Mechanical Engineers.

• Provide technical guidance, training, and quality reviews.

• Support engineering staff development and workload management.

• Foster collaboration across engineering disciplines and project teams.

• Promote a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence.

• Support a culture focused on zero incidents and operational integrity.

• Ensure quality standards are maintained throughout project execution.

• Deliver projects safely, accurately, and efficiently.

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

• Minimum 8+ years of Mechanical Engineering experience.

• Direct experience supporting:

• Refineries

• Petrochemical facilities

• Oil & Gas facilities

• Heavy industrial operations

• Experience leading engineering teams and managing project workloads.

Strong experience with:

• Process piping systems

• Fixed equipment

• Rotating equipment

• Mechanical design reviews

• Construction support

• Vendor package reviews

• Material selection

• Welding and inspection requirements

• ASME B31.1

• ASME B31.3

• ASME Section I & Section VIII

• API Standards

• NBIC requirements

• Fabrication support

• Process piping design

• Material take-offs (MTOs)

• Bills of Material (BOMs)

• Project estimating

• Scope development

• Strong verbal and written…