Mechanical Engineer – Mid Level (Hybrid)

Barr Engineering Co • Salt Lake, UT

4d • $95,888 - $112,112 • Hybrid

About The Position

Barr is seeking a mechanical engineer to join our team. In this hybrid role, you will support the Engineering and Design business unit, working with multidisciplinary project teams to serve industrial clients in the oil and gas, power generation, and manufacturing sectors. You will use your expertise to develop and review engineering calculations, system specifications, and construction drawings; select equipment and components; and guide project execution from concept to bid and construction packages. You will contribute to technical reports, cost estimates, proposals, and client-facing documentation that support critical infrastructure investments. A successful person in this role will have strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills. They must possess a flexible working style and be willing to occasionally modify their schedule to meet deadlines and/or client needs. They must be able to work cooperatively in a project team environment that encourages self-initiative and demonstrate effective project organization and management skills.

Requirements

• Education: bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited university.
• Experience: 5+ years or relevant experience.
• Knowledge: oil and gas industry engineering practices, including 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195, ASME codes, and API standards.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Software: familiarity with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office suite, process flow simulation and hydraulic modeling software, and pipe stress analysis software.
• Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification strongly preferred or ability to obtain

Responsibilities

• Technical knowledge: oil and gas pipeline system and facilities design; natural gas meter stations, compressor stations, gas processing and dehydration systems, interconnect valve sites, launcher/receiver facilities; renewable natural gas plant design; terminal liquid bulk storage tanks, pump stations, piping systems, provers, LACT units, and pipeline facilities; natural gas liquids processing, refinery process equipment installation and mechanical layout design; simple-cycle plant design; design of machinery and repairs to large mechanical equipment; and retrofit of mechanical systems for plant expansions or improvements.
• Project management: planning, coordinating, and executing projects. Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to team members and clients.
• Field presence: site investigation and construction observation as needed. Serve as lead mechanical engineer or project manager for large capital projects within industries.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
• Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
• Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
• Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
• Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees