How to Become a Mechanical Engineer
Oil & Gas Industry Career Guide · 35 current openings
Avg. Salary
$87,357 - $125,066
Open Positions
35
Education
Mechanical Engineering
Companies Hiring
8
What Does a Mechanical Engineer Do?
Education & Certifications
Required Education
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Key Certifications
Key Skills to Develop
Based on 35 current job listings for Mechanical Engineer roles
Typical Career Path
Entry Level (0-3 years)
Junior Mechanical Engineer / Field Mechanical Engineer. Building foundational skills, learning tools, working under supervision of senior engineers.
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Mechanical Engineer. Leading small projects, mentoring juniors, developing specialized expertise in key areas.
Senior Level (7-15 years)
Senior Mechanical Engineer / Lead Mechanical Engineer. Technical leadership, major project ownership, cross-functional collaboration.
Management (15+ years)
Engineering Manager / Director. Strategic planning, team management, P&L responsibility.
Salary Expectations
Avg. Minimum
From $87,357
Avg. Maximum
Up to $125,066
Jobs with Salary
7 of 35
BLS Reference: The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a median salary of $95,300 for Mechanical Engineers (SOC 17-2141) nationally (2024).
Companies Hiring Mechanical Engineers
Current Mechanical Engineer Openings
Mechanical Engineer Intern (Summer 2026) - Kiewit OGC Engineering
Kiewit
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Acteon Group Ltd.
Mechanical Engineer Intern (Summer 2026) - Kiewit OGC Engineering
Kiewit Corporation
Mechanical Engineer
Engtal
Mechanical Engineer
NOV H1B
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Innovative Downhole Solutions
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