Mechanical Engineer

Argus Consulting is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our headquarters in Overland Park, KS. This role is ideal for a mid-level mechanical engineer who is already leading projects and people — or is ready to step fully into a Lead Engineer role in the near future. This position blends hands-on technical expertise with project leadership and people mentorship. You’ll lead small to mid-sized projects, guide junior engineers, and play a key role in shaping technical quality and team development. Over time, this role is expected to grow into formal people leadership with direct reports. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in fuel, fuel-adjacent, or related industrial environments, who are comfortable operating as both a technical authority and a project leader. What You’ll Do Lead the design and analysis of mechanical systems in compliance with applicable codes and standard Act as a point of contact for clients and contractors, providing technical guidance and project updates Support the development of engineering staff and contribute to long-term team growth Independently manage small to mid-sized projects, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation Provide technical direction and mentorship to a mixed group of engineers at varying experience levels, ensuring adherence to engineering standards Perform quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews of engineering project deliverables Develop and review project documentation including calculations, drawings, and specifications Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve complex technical challenges