Senior Lead Mechanical Engineer - EPC Energy Projects

Ellaway Blues Consulting; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Ellaway Blues Consulting seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive mechanical design and project execution for EPC initiatives. You will oversee scope, budgets, and timelines while coordinating with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

The role requires 6+ years in energy systems or related sectors, strong communication, and familiarity with ANSI/ASME/NFPA standards. You will mentor engineers and contribute to engineering guidelines to improve delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (minimum).
• Minimum of six years of hands-on experience in power generation, energy systems, or related industrial sectors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to present technical information across all levels.
• Able to manage multiple assignments under tight timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled in reviewing and directing project schedules and control processes.
• Strong negotiation and presentation capabilities with stakeholders across teams.
• Familiar with ANSI, ASME, and NFPA standards.
• Experienced in performing core mechanical calculations such as flow rates, pressure drops, and equipment sizing.
• Adaptive to shifting priorities and collaborative environments.
• Provides guidance on design standards and engineering requirements.
• Works with project leadership to address scope changes and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Acts as the primary contact for mechanical engineering on assigned projects, managing scope, budget, and timelines.
• Supports third-party mechanical reviews and quality assurance.
• Owns mechanical design deliverables and may serve as registered engineer on record.
• Executes technical tasks using current tools, standards, and software.
• Prepares mechanical documentation including P&IDs, layouts, 3D models, isometrics, and equipment specs.
• Collaborates with EPC teams and clients on RFIs and changes.
• Shapes project direction and ensures alignment with objectives.
• Fosters team effectiveness and a results-oriented mindset.
• Mentors and provides technical oversight to engineers.
• Pursues improvements to client satisfaction and workflow efficiency.
• Contributes to engineering guidelines and standardization.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Quality assurance

Regulatory standards

Technical guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

P&ID tools

3D modeling tools

Job description

Ellaway Blues Consulting seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive mechanical design and project execution for EPC initiatives. You will oversee scope, budgets, and timelines while coordinating with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

The role requires 6+ years in energy systems or related sectors, strong communication, and familiarity with ANSI/ASME/NFPA standards. You will mentor engineers and contribute to engineering guidelines to improve delivery.