WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFERLJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.
WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENTAt LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We're guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:
- Employee-owned. Client-focused
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
- Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
- We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
- Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
- We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
- We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact
POSITION OVERVIEW: As a
Senior Mechanical Engineer at LJA
Energy, you will lead and be accountable for mechanical engineering activities across midstream projects. This role operates independently on complex technical matters, establishes and maintains mechanical engineering standards, and serves as the responsible engineer by reviewing, approving, signing, and sealing mechanical designs and documents.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:- Providing technical guidance and oversight to mechanical engineering staff and reviewing solutions to complex or unusual design challenges
- Coordinating with project management to ensure proper staffing, design quality, and adherence to company standards and schedules
- Working with suppliers, consultants, and internal engineering disciplines to maintain consistency with technical standards and regulatory requirements
- Participating in proposal development and supporting project pursuits
- Reviewing and approving mechanical drawings, calculations, specifications, and design documents for projects in progress
- Establishing training needs within the discipline and supporting the development of technical training programs
- Maintaining awareness of industry developments, codes, and regulatory changes affecting midstream mechanical design
REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university
- Professional Engineering license from a recognized licensing board OR
- Must be eligible and listed as a Responsible Member on the Company's Permit to Practice through the appropriate provincial or state licensing boards
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Minimum of seven (7) years of midstream mechanical engineering design experience
- Extensive progressive experience in oil and gas midstream design, including leadership or management-level responsibility
- Experience with midstream process plants, pipelines, pipeline-related facilities, utilities, or construction environments
- Strong knowledge of both rotating and fixed mechanical systems, calculations, materials, applications, and discipline-specific engineering software
- Thorough understanding of industry codes, regulatory standards, and design criteria
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage staff, and develop training programs, implement corporate personnel policies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE:- Experience establishing discipline standards, specifications, templates, and design procedures
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline Background reviewing and resolving complex or non-standard engineering challenges
- Experience coordinating with external consultants, vendors, and client representatives on technical matters
- Prior involvement in staff planning, performance evaluations, and personnel decision-making
- NCEES Record for establishing licensure in alternate locations as required for project work
LEVEL UP WITH LJAAt LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it.
Your future grows here.- Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
- Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
- Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
- Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
- Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
- Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
- Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
- Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.
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