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Mechanical Engineer ll
Atlanta, GA
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Position Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in gas utility distribution, transmission, and facilities design to support critical infrastructure projects. This role will focus on engineering analysis, system design, and client coordination across a portfolio of natural gas projects. This is a high-impact opportunity for an engineer on the EIT-to-PE track who wants to take on more responsibility, client interaction, and technical ownership.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and perform mechanical engineering design and analysis for gas utility systems, including:
  • Gas distribution pipelines
  • Transmission systems
  • Gas facilities and LNG infrastructure
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, ensuring alignment on:
  • Project scope
  • Budget and cost controls
  • Schedule and deliverables
  • Support business development efforts by:
  • Assisting with technical proposals and scopes of work
  • Preparing cost estimates and project documentation
  • Establish and define mechanical design criteria, including:
  • Material selection
  • Equipment sizing and specifications
  • Design standards and best practices
  • Lead and participate in design reviews with:
  • Internal engineering teams
  • Clients and stakeholders
  • Regulatory agencies
  • Ensure all designs meet:
  • Client specifications
  • Quality standards
  • Applicable codes and regulations (e.g., pipeline and gas utility standards)
  • Develop and coordinate:
  • Construction packages
  • Technical specifications
  • Material requirements
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, electrical, construction) to deliver efficient and compliant solutions
  • Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers
  • Support resolution of complex engineering and design challenges


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related field)
  • 3–6 years of experience in:
  • Mechanical design engineering
  • Gas utility, pipeline, or energy infrastructure projects
  • Strong understanding of:
  • Gas distribution and/or transmission systems
  • Engineering design principles and standards
  • Experience working in both:
  • Independent engineering roles
  • Team-based, collaborative environments
  • Proficiency with:
  • AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Bluebeam


Preferred Qualifications

  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification; actively pursuing Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Experience with:
  • Gas distribution and transmission systems
  • Gas facilities and LNG projects
  • Technical report writing and documentation
  • Familiarity with:
  • Utility client standards (e.g., major gas utilities)
  • Regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks


What Makes This Role Compelling

  • Direct exposure to major gas utility infrastructure projects
  • Opportunity to take on client-facing responsibilities early
  • Clear path toward PE licensure and technical leadership
  • Involvement in full project lifecycle (design → construction support)
  • Collaborative, project-driven environment with growth potential


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