Mechanical Engineer – Mid Level – Gas Pipeline Focus

Barr Engineering Co.

Mechanical Engineer leading engineering tasks for gas pipeline projects including upgrades and design for Barr Engineering Company. Collaborating with project teams to ensure success in the field.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeAnn Arbor • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,888 - $112,112 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

manage and perform engineering tasks for gas and oil pipeline projects
including station upgrades, relocation and protection of existing pipelines, routing of proposed pipelines, pipe sizing, documents, and trenchless construction design
Prepare detailed engineering design of gas, hazardous liquids, slurry, and other pipeline systems projects, including design of trenchless crossings (bore, microtunnel, HDD)
assist in planning, coordinating, and executing projects
Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to team members and clients
prepare project funding documents such as cost estimates, equipment bid summaries, and authorization requests
participate in field and/or site walks to coordinate field investigation work for surveys, utility investigations, and cathodic protection

Requirements

What you’ll need

bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or civil engineering
5+ years or relevant experience
Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred or ability and willingness to obtain
oil and gas industry engineering practices, including 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195, ASME codes, and API standards
familiarity with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office suite
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
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
Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
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
Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

engineering designpipeline designtrenchless construction designcost estimationproject managementfield investigationpipe sizingroutingcathodic protectionutility investigations

Soft Skills

planningcoordinatingexecuting projectscommunicationteam collaborationproblem-solvingtime managementattention to detailadaptabilityclient relations

Certifications

Professional Engineer (PE)bachelor's degree in mechanical engineeringbachelor's degree in civil engineering