Mechanical Engineer - Project Lead

Sargent & Lundy; Casper (WY); Hybrid; USD 118,023 - 180,313; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Flex work arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead a team of engineers and designers in challenging heavy industrial plant projects. You will guide detailed design, perform sizing calculations, and develop equipment specifications.

The role emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration with clients and suppliers, with a focus on quality, mentoring, and advancing automation insights within engineering workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program is required.
• Ten+ years designing mechanical engineering systems for heavy industrial plants (power, oil & gas, or chemical).
• 3+ years leading an engineering design team through full project life cycle.
• PE license.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mechanical Engineering design efforts for a team of engineers and designers.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues.
• Act as the Mechanical team lead in coordinating detailed design phases.
• Develop integrated system designs and perform supporting calculations.
• Prepare technical specifications for mechanical equipment.
• Prepare engineering studies.
• Review designs and calculations performed by others.
• Coordinate with engineers, PMs, clients, and suppliers to ensure timely designs.
• Review facilities to propose upgrades and provide recommendations.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and share knowledge across the team.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET‑accredited)

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the Mechanical Engineering design efforts for a team of junior and senior engineers and designers.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and solve a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues.
• Act as the Mechanical team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of mechanical engineering work.
• Develop integrated system designs and perform supporting calculations for planned work.
• Prepare technical specifications for mechanical engineering equipment.
• Prepare engineering studies.
• Perform independent reviews of work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
• Coordinate and provide guidance to engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure a complete and timely design.
• Review existing facilities to propose upgrades and replacements, presenting findings and recommendations to clients and peers.
• Develop your career via peer‑learning by sharing knowledge with experienced engineers through S&L’s systems of process and associated “Communities of Practice.”
• Provide guidance as a mentor in the development of less experienced engineers.

Qualifications

Essential Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission‑approved program is required; Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Ten or more years of experience in the design of mechanical engineering systems for non‑commercial, heavy industrial plants (power, oil & gas, or chemical), with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new plants, modifications, or replacements. Experience must include the selection of equipment, piping materials, control philosophy, and the preparation of performance sizing calculations and specifications.
• Three or more years of experience leading an engineering design team through all phases of a project design.
• Technical knowledge of available equipment and pre‑engineered systems to execute system design.
• Ability to create design schematics, such as flow diagrams and P&IDs, using computer design software.
• Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.
• PE license.

Valued But Not Required Skills and Experience

• Construction and start‑up experience a plus.
• Commissioning experience a plus.

AI & Automation at Sargent & Lundy

In this role, we expect people to be willing or able to lead others who use modern tools.

• Lead others in taking engineering problems from issue to solution by setting expectations for using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost‑effective designs.
• Direct automation and process‑improvement work, for example, how teams automate calculations, summarize technical documents, or generate design documentation, and guide when and how AI or agentic AI tools are used while ensuring results are checked.
• Oversee engineers who program or script (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate engineering tasks, reviewing automated outputs; valued but not required.
• Value additional learning such as a minor, certificate, or other experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that enables effective oversight of automation and agentic AI‑enabled engineering workflows.

Award‑Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well‑being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support every aspect of our team members’ lives. We understand the importance of work‑life balance and have earned the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back‑Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre‑Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$118,023 - $180,313

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well‑being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations, and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.