Junior Mechanical Engineer: Mining & Mineral Processing

Ausenco Careers; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Ausenco in Vancouver is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to contribute to mining and mineral processing projects. Based in our Vancouver office, you will prepare specifications, designs and calculations for multi-discipline projects.

You should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Knowledge of CAD/SmartPlant and 3-D software is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience with an engineering consulting firm, equipment vendors or mining companies on mining projects.
• Good knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, and MS Project).
• Working knowledge of CAD, SmartPlant, 3-D software is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated with strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• Strong problem solving and organization skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical specifications, equipment lists, material lists, drawing lists and files.
• Prepare plans, designs, calculations and cost estimates for engineering studies.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design with other engineering teams.
• Review and advise on technical documents submitted by vendors.
• Deliver mechanical designs on time and to project standards.
• Perform hydraulic, piping, tanks sizing calculations and material selections.
• Guide designers in preparing layouts.
• Assist drafting in producing project design drawings and review/approve drawings promptly.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

SmartPlant

3-D software

Job description

Ausenco in Vancouver is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to contribute to mining and mineral processing projects. Based in our Vancouver office, you will prepare specifications, designs and calculations for multi-discipline projects.

You should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Knowledge of CAD/SmartPlant and 3-D software is preferred.