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Mechanical Project Engineer

Orbital Engineering, Inc.
Youngstown, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026
Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital is currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to assist with single and multi-discipline projects in our Northeast region. The position requires demonstrated engineering and design competency, preferably in a consulting environment and experience in the chemical/petrochemical, oil & gas, steel, and generation sectors. This is a hybrid position that will require occasional on-site work in the Greater Pittsburgh, PA area.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

  • Review client requests for proposals and scopes of work. Act as Orbital representative at bid walkdowns. Prepare manhour estimates and proposals.
  • Evaluate and develop piping specifications and equipment designs for heavy industrial applications (Metals, Midstream Oil & Gas, Refineries & Petrochemical and/or Utilities & Power Generation industries)
  • Perform engineering studies and calculations with specific focus in pipe stress analysis and hydraulic analysis
  • Prepare equipment specifications and scopes of work and provide procurement and construction support services through evaluation of equipment bid submittals, development of technical bid tabulations, vendor deliverable review and RFI dispositions.
  • Complete all tasks in accordance with design and project execution procedures and guidelines, as set forth in Orbital's corporate Quality Management System.
  • Provide technical support for customers, remotely and on-site, and support regional business development initiatives as a technical resource.
  • Review calculations, drawings, and reports produced by other engineers in the office.
  • Manage progress of projects relative to established plans, schedules, and budgets.
  • Contribute to company improvements in work flow, methods of work execution, and technical standards.
  • Establish project design bases through interpretation of relevant industry codes & standards including ASME, API, PIP, etc.
  • Supervise work of others, at times functioning as project manager, project leader, or technical consultant.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university
  • Strong mechanical aptitude of various mechanical systems
  • At least 2 years of prior professional experience
  • Exposure to the Metals, Midstream Oil & Gas, Refineries & Petrochemical and/or Utilities & Power Generation industries
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and exposure to Plant3D and Navisworks

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification and ability to obtain certification in other states

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

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