Mechanical Engineer 1 - Oil & Gas (Summer 2027)

Sargent & Lundy•Aurora, CO

1d•$62,998 - $90,586•Hybrid

About The Position

Our team is looking for an Entry Level Mechanical Engineer to join the team in Summer 2027. Responsible for project support of the mechanical effort on Oil & Gas projects including: Compressor Stations, Meter Stations, Pump Stations, Pipeline Installation, Natural Gas Processing Plants, Central Gathering Facilities. Responsible for working directly with fellow members of the mechanical engineering team & mechanical design team for project execution support. Ability to travel to support field work activities (including site commissioning).

Requirements

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering with a graduation
Engineering experience in the design of mechanical engineering systems for non-commercial, heavy industrial plants (power plant - essential, oil & gas, or chemical - valued), with a focus on integrated, detailed system design for new plants, modifications, or replacements
Experience must include the selection of equipment, piping materials, control philosophy, and the preparation of supporting calculations and specifications
Customer service oriented with a passion for high customer satisfaction and achieving project execution excellence
Ability to interact with all levels of staff including senior management, clients, and other disciplines
Ability to analyze, define, and solve problems
Ability to prioritize workflow, multitask, meet deadlines, and remain flexible
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s or Master’s of Science degree from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program
Oil and Gas industry experience in midstream and/or upstream desirable
Knowledge of Mechanical Equipment and Piping systems desirable
Programming or scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB, advanced Excel) to automate calculations, design checks, reporting, or data transformation is valued but not required
Additional learning, such as a minor, certificate, or other training in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or related fields that helps you apply automation or agentic AI to real engineering problems

Responsibilities

Project support of the mechanical effort on Oil & Gas projects
Working directly with fellow members of the mechanical engineering team & mechanical design team for project execution support
Ability to travel to support field work activities (including site commissioning)
Engineering experience including: P&IDs, Process/Hydraulic Calculations, Engineering Evaluations
Ability and willingness to take direction from senior staff and ask questions to ensure quality deliverables
Review & preparation of line lists & equipment lists
Review of project isometrics to make sure they comply with project requirements set forth by the client
Ability to effectively communicate within project team to resolve project issues
Work with Mechanical Engineering team for successful execution of projects while continuing to learn and develop
Take engineering problems from issue to solution using data and modern tools such as automation and AI to improve workflows, reduce rework, and deliver cost-effective designs
Build or use automation to create calculations, summarize technical documents, or draft design documentation, including appropriate use of agentic AI tools, with strong engineering judgment and verification of results