Lead Mechanical Engineer – Power Generation Specialist
Are you a high-performing Mechanical Engineer ready to take ownership of major power projects? An industry leader in fast-start, dispatchable power solutions is expanding its in-house EPC engineering capabilities. We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive technical excellence, influence organizational standards, and deliver world-class energy infrastructure.
This is a pivotal role for an engineer who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and wants to lead the mechanical discipline for a rapidly scaling global business.
Position Summary
As the Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will be the technical cornerstone of the mechanical discipline across EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects. You will manage scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring the highest level of quality across all deliverables. This role offers the opportunity to act as the Engineer of Record and directly influence the engineering culture of a growing organization.
Work Location: Leawood, KS Compensation: Up to $150,000 + Bonus
Key Responsibilities
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Discipline Leadership: Lead the mechanical engineering scope across the full project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with budget and schedule.
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Technical Design Ownership: Execute and review critical engineering deliverables, including P&IDs, equipment layouts, 3D models, piping isometrics, and sizing calculations.
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Third-Party Oversight: Provide rigorous mechanical engineering oversight and quality reviews for external engineering partners.
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EPC Collaboration: Partner with Procurement, Construction, Start-Up, and Operations teams to resolve RFIs, manage change orders, and support equipment buyouts.
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Mentorship: Foster a high-performance culture by providing technical leadership and mentoring to project teams.
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Code Compliance: Ensure all project work meets or exceeds industry codes (ANSI, ASME, NFPA) and incorporates emerging technologies.
Required Expertise
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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Experience: 6+ years of mechanical engineering experience within power generation, fossil fuels, or heavy industrial sectors.
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Technical Proficiency: Strong command of engineering analysis and calculations (pipe flow, equipment sizing, pressure drop, etc.).
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Standards Knowledge: Deep familiarity with industry codes and standards (ANSI, ASME, NFPA).
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Project Management: Proven ability to provide direction on project controls and manage multiple fast-moving projects simultaneously.
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Eligibility: US work authorization is required; must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Desired Qualifications
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Professional Engineer (PE) license (Highly Preferred).
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Experience in Owner’s Engineering or client-side roles.
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Strong understanding of constructability principles, procurement, estimating, and contract administration.
Benefits & Growth
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Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability insurance.
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401(k) retirement plan.
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10 paid holidays + generous PTO.
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A clear career trajectory within a rapidly scaling energy business.