Senior Mechanical Engineer – Gas Pipeline Focus

Barr Engineering Co.

Mechanical Engineer managing engineering tasks for gas and oil pipeline projects at Barr Engineering. Responsible for detailed designs, project management, and field investigations in a hybrid role.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeAnn Arbor • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $95,000 - $116,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in engineering design for gas and oil pipeline projects, including trenchless crossings and field investigations. Proven ability to manage project milestones and coordinate effectively with team members and clients.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Mechanical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) Certification10 Years Of Relevant ExperienceAutoCAD ProficiencyProject Management

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignPipeline Systems DesignTrenchless Crossings DesignField Investigation CoordinationComputer Simulation Modeling

Soft Skills

Team CoordinationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) Certification

Industry Keywords

Gas Pipeline ProjectsOil Pipeline ProjectsHazardous LiquidsSlurry Pipeline SystemsCathodic Protection

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

manage and perform engineering tasks for gas and oil pipeline projects
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
participate in field and/or site walks to coordinate field investigation work for surveys, utility investigations, and cathodic protection in support of the pipeline design efforts

Requirements

What you’ll need

bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
10 years of relevant experience
Professional Engineer (PE) certification
familiarity with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office software, and computer simulation modeling
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