Mechanical Engineer

Actalent; Versailles (KY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

EAP

PTO

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to lead design efforts for midstream natural gas facilities, compressor stations, metering stations and pipelines from concept through construction. The role emphasizes collaboration in a flexible hybrid environment in Lexington, KY.

The position requires a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and a PE license, with 10 years of oil & gas or midstream experience and a strong background in facilities design and project leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• PE license required or actively pursuing licensure.
• Experience leading mechanical design projects in oil & gas or midstream.
• Strong communication and written/verbal skills.
• Knowledge of industry codes, standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering and design activities across the project lifecycle.
• Develop calculations, specifications, and drawings for facilities and pipelines.
• Support compressor and metering station and piping system design.
• Collaborate with project managers to meet schedule and budget.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and design reviews.
• Review vendor proposals and technical documentation.
• Interface with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote safety-first culture.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

PE License

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

CADWorx

Navisworks

P&ID development

Job description

Mechanical Engineer

Join a growing engineering team supporting natural gas facilities, compressor stations, metering stations, and pipeline projects across the midstream industry. This role offers the opportunity to lead mechanical design efforts from concept through construction while working in a collaborative and flexible environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead mechanical engineering and design activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop engineering calculations, specifications, and drawings for natural gas facilities and pipelines.
• Support compressor station, metering station, and piping system design.
• Collaborate with project managers to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and design reviews.
• Review vendor proposals, equipment specifications, and technical documentation.
• Interface with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote a strong safety-first culture.

What We’re Looking For

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and PE License.
• 10 years of engineering experience in oil & gas or midstream natural gas projects.
• Strong background in compressor stations, metering stations, and pipeline facilities.
• Experience leading projects from design through execution.
• Knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, and regulations.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Consulting or EPC/EPCM experience.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, Inventor, CADWorx, Navisworks, and P&ID development.
• Experience with both greenfield and brownfield projects.
• Strong pipeline engineering and facilities design expertise.

Why Join Us?

Flexible hybrid schedule with remote opportunities

Strong project backlog and excellent job stability

Competitive compensation and bonus potential

Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization

Collaborative, employee-focused culture

Exposure to high-impact midstream natural gas projects

Location: Lexington, KY (Hybrid/Remote Flexibility Available)

Travel: Occasional project site travel; remote employees visit Lexington approximately once per month.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Versailles, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 – $85.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan — Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Versailles,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.