Mechanical Engineer

Contract: 12+ months contract (High Possibility of extension) Location: Ira Township, MI Position Overview Consumers Energy is seeking an experienced Owner's Engineer to join the Gas Compression Project Engineering team. This is a mechanical project engineering role supporting both modifications to existing facilities and new construction projects at natural gas compressor stations. The Owner's Engineer will serve as a key technical representative of Consumers Energy throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring engineering and construction activities align with the company's requirements for safety, regulatory compliance, quality, cost, schedule, constructability, and overall project objectives. The successful candidate will work closely with Project Managers, multidisciplinary engineers, System Engineers, Environmental teams, Operations and Maintenance personnel, Outage Managers, Construction Managers, external Engineers of Record (EORs), architectural and engineering firms, construction contractors, equipment suppliers, and vendors. This position requires strong knowledge of natural gas compressor station systems, balance-of-plant equipment, mechanical engineering principles, applicable industry codes and standards, procurement, and field engineering. Key Responsibilities Serve as the Owner's technical representative for mechanical engineering activities associated with natural gas compressor station projects. Support projects involving modifications to existing facilities as well as new construction and capital improvements. Lead and/or support engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout. Review engineering designs, drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical documentation for compliance with project requirements, applicable codes and standards, constructability, and operational needs. Coordinate engineering activities between external Engineers of Record, equipment and material suppliers, construction contractors, and internal Consumers Energy stakeholders. Develop, review, and enforce engineering, equipment, material, and construction specifications. Support the development and review of Requests for Proposal (RFPs), contract documents, technical specifications, engineering drawings, and procurement packages. Support procurement activities for engineered materials, equipment, and professional engineering services. Provide technical guidance and engineering support during construction and field execution. Identify and resolve engineering, construction, equipment, and field issues to support safe and efficient project execution. Coordinate with Operations, Maintenance, Construction, Environmental, and other project stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met. Support project managers across multiple projects while effectively managing competing priorities and deadlines. Ensure engineering deliverables and project activities comply with applicable regulatory requirements, company standards, and industry best practices. Apply sound engineering judgment to evaluate, select, and adapt engineering methods, procedures, and technical solutions. Travel to natural gas compressor station facilities approximately 3 days per week on average, with travel potentially increasing to 5 days per week depending on project requirements. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Minimum 5 years of applied engineering experience. Experience with the design, construction, operation, or maintenance of natural gas compressor station equipment and systems. Compliance with applicable codes and standards Operational requirements Industry standards and best practices Experience supporting engineering, construction, procurement, and/or field execution activities. Strong communication and coordination skills with the ability to work effectively with internal teams, engineering consultants, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders. Ability to independently evaluate engineering problems and apply appropriate engineering principles, techniques, procedures, and criteria. Technical Knowledge Candidates should have working knowledge of applicable pipeline, mechanical, and process industry standards, including: Federal and State Regulations 49 CFR Part 192 – Transportation of Natural and Other Gas by Pipeline Michigan Gas Safety Standards Guide (MGSS) ASME Codes & Standards ASME B31.8 – Gas Transmission and Distribution Piping ASME B31.3 – Process Piping ASME B31.1 – Power Piping ASME B16.5 / B16.47 – Flanges ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) API Standards API 5L – Line Pipe API 6D – Pipeline and Piping Valves API 1104 – Welding of Pipelines and Related Facilities Other applicable API specifications and standards Preferred Experience Experience with natural gas transmission, pipeline, compressor station, or midstream facilities. Experience with gas compressors, piping systems, valves, pressure vessels, and balance-of-plant equipment. Experience working as an Owner's Engineer or in an engineering role supporting an asset owner/operator. Experience developing or reviewing technical specifications and contract documents. Experience with RFP development and procurement of engineered equipment and professional services. Experience coordinating Engineers of Record, EPC contractors, construction contractors, and equipment vendors. Experience working in operating/active facilities where safety and operational continuity are critical. Experience with project management and multidisciplinary project teams. Core Competencies Mechanical Engineering Natural Gas Compressor Stations Gas Compression Systems Technical Specifications Procurement RFP Development Construction Support Project Management Safety & Regulatory Compliance ASME Codes & Standards API Standards 49 CFR Part 192 Operations & Maintenance Coordination Documentation & Engineering Deliverables Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is a mechanical engineer with 5+ years of applied engineering experience and direct exposure to natural gas compressor stations or similar pipeline facilities. The candidate should be comfortable working between engineering design, procurement, construction, and field execution while representing the owner's interests. Strong candidates will have the technical depth to review engineering designs and specifications, the field experience to identify constructability and execution issues, and the communication skills to coordinate effectively with engineering firms, contractors, vendors, project managers, and facility operations teams. #J-18808-Ljbffr