Engineer III, Mechanical (Oil & Gas)

Bowman Consulting; Tennessee; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd. is seeking an Engineer III, Mechanical (Oil & Gas) to join our team in Houston, TX. This role involves providing strategic guidance and technical leadership in mechanical engineering, overseeing design processes, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 4-7 years of relevant experience and a strong proficiency in mechanical engineering software. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of relevant experience required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of industry codes and regulations.
• High level of personal integrity and strong relationship capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical design processes ensuring compliance with standards.
• Perform equipment sizing and selection.
• Support engineering, design, procurement, and construction.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Communication skills

Problem-solving attitude

Technical drawing interpretation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Mechanical engineering software

Job description

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for an Engineer III, Mechanical (Oil & Gas) to join our team in Houston, TX.

Purpose

Hold a senior-level position, providing strategic guidance and technical leadership in mechanical engineering. Responsible for overseeing the mechanical design process, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving innovation and excellence in project execution.

Responsibilities

Competencies:

• Design Review
• Project Implementation & Planning
• Project Status Reporting
• Scope Management

Responsibilities:

• Perform equipment sizing and selection, alternative analyses and other deliverables.
• Support the engineering, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of facilities.
• Present engineering and design deliverables to project members, cross‑functional teams, senior leadership, external vendors, clients and other stakeholders.
• Plan, forecast and actualize deliverable progress to support project reporting and schedule requirements.
• Identify scope changes and estimate impact to effort and schedule.
• Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature.
• Prepares, reviews, and approves electrical equipment, conduit, and wiring calculations, requisitions, lists, studies, reports, BOMs, and designs.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Highly motivated and problem‑solving attitude.
• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
• Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Four to seven (4–7) years of relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure preferred.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in mechanical principles and practices.
• Advanced proficiency in mechanical engineering software and tools.
• Ability to interpret and create technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes, regulations and best practices.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and analytical skills – written and verbal
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong relationship capabilities.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance‑based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
• Mobility around an office environment.
• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Occasionally outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
• Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Occasionally local travel during the business day, although some out‑of‑the‑area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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