Lead Mechanical Engineer: Power & Gas Systems

Sargent & Lundy; Midland (TX); Hybrid; USD 118,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k)

Paid vacation

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Mechanical Team Lead based in Midland, TX, on a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days weekly. The role oversees a team of engineers and designers, driving detailed design for power, oil & gas, and chemical facilities.

The candidate will develop integrated mechanical systems, review specs, calculations, and drawings, and coordinate with clients and suppliers to ensure timely, quality deliverables. PE license preferred and relocation may be considered.

Qualifications

• BSME from ABET-approved program required; MSME preferred.
• Ten+ years in mechanical design of heavy industrial plants (power, oil & gas, chemical).
• 3+ years leading an engineering design team.
• PE license or ability to earn one.
• Ability to create flow diagrams and P&ID designs using CAD or similar tools.
• Experience liaising with clients and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Act as Mechanical team lead overseeing engineers and designers in detailed design phases.
• Oversee investigations, troubleshooting and problem solving of mechanical systems.
• Develop integrated designs for power, oil & gas, and chemical facilities.
• Prepare sizing calculations, equipment specs, and material lists.
• Review piping drawings (Isometrics, plans, sections).
• Provide guidance to clients and project teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Team leadership

P&ID design

Engineering schematics

Client liaison

Mentoring

Education

BSME ABET-approved

MSME preferred

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Mechanical Team Lead based in Midland, TX, on a hybrid schedule with in-office work three days weekly. The role oversees a team of engineers and designers, driving detailed design for power, oil & gas, and chemical facilities.

The candidate will develop integrated mechanical systems, review specs, calculations, and drawings, and coordinate with clients and suppliers to ensure timely, quality deliverables. PE license preferred and relocation may be considered.