Lead Mechanical Engineer - Rotating Equipment - OGC Engineering

Kiewit; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with expertise in rotating equipment for the oil, gas, and petrochemical sectors. This role involves designing and specifying rotating equipment, preparing detailed specifications, and evaluating performance to ensure optimal operation. With a commitment to safety and integrity, you will work in a collaborative environment that values your contributions and encourages professional growth. Join a team that is dedicated to making a positive impact on communities through innovative solutions and engineering excellence.

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in rotating equipment application in LNG and petrochemical industries.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify rotating equipment and auxiliary systems for oil and gas.
• Prepare specifications and evaluate equipment sizing and performance.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and support installation and commissioning.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

API Standards

Job description

Location:

Calgary, AB, CA

Requisition ID: 176001

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit OGC Engineering

Market: OGC

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Kiewit Engineering Group, Inc is a full-service engineering firm serving oil, gas and chemical markets. Our combined staff of engineers and design professionals have expertise that spans all major engineering disciplines to serve the LNG, midstream, refining, and petrochemical markets. Backed by 130 years of construction experience, our construction-focused engineering considers constructability and safety in the earliest phases of projects to ensure on-time and on-budget project delivery.

Our rapidly growing oil, gas and chemical team, which includes structural, civil, piping, mechanical, process, process safety, electrical, instrument and control disciplines, is a multi-faceted and leading-edge division of Kiewit with best-in-class technical expertise focused on the EPCC delivery model for dynamic process facilities.

Location

This position will be based out of our Calgary, AB office. Opportunities for flexible work are available.

Responsibilities

This position focuses on the design and specification of rotating equipment & their auxiliary systems in the oil and gas and petrochemical industries. Responsibilities include:

• Perform rotating equipment technology selection.
• Evaluate equipment sizing, design, and performance to meet process duty requirements.
• Prepare specifications with sufficient detail to define the equipment scope and technical requirements, including auxiliary systems, for inquiry and order of equipment on projects.
• Perform technical bid evaluations.
• Review vendor documents submitted for review or approval. Act as the communication focal point for appropriate information/data between the vendor, client, and other disciplines.
• Support installation, commissioning, and startup of rotating equipment.
• Develop criteria, guidelines, and best practices for the equipment to provide for a safe, efficient, cost-effective, and reliable end product.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a four-year college or university.
• At least 5+ years of experience in rotating equipment application specifically in the LNG, midstream, refining, and/or petrochemical industries.
• Thorough (recognized authority) knowledge and application of: API standards for rotating equipment and their auxiliary systems; Best practices associated with rotating equipment and their auxiliary systems; Quality assurance methods and practices for manufacture of the equipment.
• Strong understanding of underlying engineering principles of best practices.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, ethics, and integrity.

Other Requirements

• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.