POSITION OVERVIEW: As a
Senior Mechanical Engineer at LJA
Energy, you will lead and be accountable for mechanical engineering activities across midstream projects. This role operates independently on complex technical matters, establishes and maintains mechanical engineering standards, and serves as the responsible engineer by reviewing, approving, signing, and sealing mechanical designs and documents.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:- Providing technical guidance and oversight to mechanical engineering staff and reviewing solutions to complex or unusual design challenges
- Coordinating with project management to ensure proper staffing, design quality, and adherence to company standards and schedules
- Working with suppliers, consultants, and internal engineering disciplines to maintain consistency with technical standards and regulatory requirements
- Participating in proposal development and supporting project pursuits
- Reviewing and approving mechanical drawings, calculations, specifications, and design documents for projects in progress
- Establishing training needs within the discipline and supporting the development of technical training programs
- Maintaining awareness of industry developments, codes, and regulatory changes affecting midstream mechanical design
REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university
- Professional Engineering license from a recognized licensing board
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Minimum of seven (7) years of midstream mechanical engineering design experience including experience with natural gas
- Extensive progressive experience in oil and gas midstream design, including leadership or management-level responsibility
- Experience with midstream process plants, pipelines, pipeline-related facilities, utilities, or construction environments
- Strong knowledge of both rotating and fixed mechanical systems, calculations, materials, applications, and discipline-specific engineering software
- Thorough understanding of industry codes, regulatory standards, and design criteria
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage staff, and develop training programs, implement corporate personnel policies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:- Experience establishing discipline standards, specifications, templates, and design procedures
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- Background reviewing and resolving complex or non-standard engineering challenges
- Experience coordinating with external consultants, vendors, and client representatives on technical matters
- Prior involvement in staff planning, performance evaluations, and personnel decision-making
- NCEES Record for establishing licensure in alternate locations as required for project work
LEVEL UP WITH LJAAt LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it.
Your future grows here.- Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
- Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
- Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
- Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
- Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
- Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
- Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
