Mechanical Engineer (Heavy Industrial/Oil & Gas)

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location: Downtown Denver or DTC

Schedule: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days WFH)

Job Description

This position involves a dynamic blend of design and facilitation, with approximately 30% of the role dedicated to design tasks and 70% focused on facilitating and reviewing designs. You will be responsible for reviewing and performing linear pipeline designs and associated calculations, including regulator and equipment sizing. The role also includes verifying compliance with codes and standards, conducting quality checks, and reviewing manufacturer drawings. You will prepare procurement specifications, construction documents, and bid evaluations, as well as participate in conceptual design studies, report writing, and material selection. Additionally, you will observe construction, participate in project meetings, and handle project permitting and other assigned tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review and perform linear pipeline design and associated calculations.
• Verify code and standard compliance, conduct quality checks, and review manufacturer drawings.
• Prepare procurement specifications and construction documents, and evaluate bids.
• Conduct conceptual design studies and write reports.
• Select materials and equipment.
• Observe construction and participate in project meetings.
• Handle project permitting and other assigned tasks.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• EIT or PE certification.
• 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Experience with natural gas pipelines and trenchless crossings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and standard Power Market Sector design software, such as PLS CAD, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, and AutoPipe.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred experience in natural gas facility and pipeline projects.
• Experience in project execution within the Power Market Sector.
• Ability to mentor.
• Experience interfacing with Federal, State, and local agencies and community boards for project planning.
• Knowledge of oil and gas sector, including midstream, upstream, and downstream operations.

Work Environment

The position offers a hybrid schedule with a minimum of three days in the office per week, with four days preferred. The workday start time is flexible between 7 AM and 9 AM. This role involves approximately 20% travel, primarily within Colorado. The office is currently located downtown, with plans to expand to the DTC area by the end of 2026. Parking arrangements differ based on office location. The company provides full paid health benefits, a 401K match, a premium benefit package, development meetings, and opportunities for growth within a large firm with diverse projects.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

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. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k)/Roth
• Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D
• Short and long-term disability
• HSA & DCFSA
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, CO.

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $61.00/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)

This is a hybrid position in Denver,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.

Salary : $42 - $61