Senior Mechanical Engineer

BEUMER Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental coverage

RRSP with generous match

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

BEUMER Group is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and delivery of bulk material handling projects. You will drive the mechanical engineering efforts from concept through commissioning, with a focus on conveyor systems and related equipment.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in mining or bulk handling, a mechanical engineering degree, and strong knowledge of industry standards. Travel to sites and suppliers will be required as projects demand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• APEGA P.Eng. designation would be an asset for candidates.
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in mining, aggregates, cement, or bulk material handling.
• Strong conveyor and material handling systems experience with industrial project exposure.
• Familiarity with industry standards (CEMA, DIN, ISO) and cross-disciplinary project work.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical engineering activities per sound engineering principles and project requirements.
• Develop and review calculations, sizing, specifications, and design documents for material handling systems.
• Lead mechanical design of conveyor systems including belt conveyors, feeders, pulleys, drives, and transfer points.
• Review and approve layouts and drawings prepared by designers.
• Ensure deliverables meet scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements.
• Collaborate with clients, suppliers, and partners to support project execution.
• Support procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Provide technical support during construction, troubleshooting, and commissioning.

Skills

Mechanical design

Conveyor engineering

Material handling systems

Project execution

Analytical/problem-solving

Technical decision-making

Written/verbal communication

Leadership/mentoring

Travel willingness

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Company Description

BEUMER Group is an international manufacturing leader in intralogistics in the fields of conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation and distribution technology. BEUMER Group offers the right solution for almost every logistic challenge. We are a family owned, intralogistics leader, where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We are proud of what our employees create each day. Integrity, Inspiration, Quality and Teamwork!

Company Description

BEUMER Group is an international manufacturing leader in intralogistics in the fields of conveying, loading, palletising, packaging, sortation and distribution technology. BEUMER Group offers the right solution for almost every logistic challenge. We are a family owned, intralogistics leader, where tradition and innovation go hand in hand. We are proud of what our employees create each day. Integrity, Inspiration, Quality and Teamwork!

Job Description

The Sr. Mechanical Engineer serves as a key technical contributor within the engineering team, responsible for the design and execution of bulk material handling projects. This role leads and supports mechanical engineering efforts across the full project lifecycle—from concept and basic design through detailed engineering, fabrication, installation, and commissioning. The position places a strong emphasis on conveyor systems and associated mechanical equipment, ensuring solutions are efficient, reliable, and aligned with project requirements, industry standards, and operational performance expectations.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical engineering activities in accordance with sound engineering principles, project requirements, and applicable codes and standards
• Develop and review mechanical calculations, equipment sizing, specifications, datasheets, and design documentation for material handling systems
• Lead the mechanical design of conveyor systems, including belt conveyors, feeders, pulleys, drives, take-ups, and transfer points
• Review and approve mechanical layouts and detailed drawings prepared by designers and drafters
• Ensure all mechanical deliverables meet project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements
• Collaborate with clients, suppliers, and third-party engineering partners to support project execution
• Evaluate supplier proposals, technical documentation, and drawings to ensure compliance with specifications
• Support procurement, fabrication, pre-assembly, installation, and commissioning activities
• Provide technical support during construction, troubleshooting, and commissioning phases
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve technical issues
• Mentor junior engineers and designers, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
• Promote safe, reliable, and maintainable design practices across all projects
• Perform additional duties as assigned

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Qualifications

Requirements / Skills / Abilities

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• APEGA P.Eng. designation. Other Canadian or USA Professional Engineering designations would be an asset.
• 10+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer in mining, aggregates, cement, industrial minerals, or bulk material handling projects.
• Strong experience with material handling systems, with significant conveyor engineering experience strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of mechanical system design, machine components, and project execution workflows.
• Familiarity with applicable industry standards (e.g., CEMA, DIN, ISO) is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience working in multidisciplinary and multi‑location project environments.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and technical decision‑making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Willing and able to travel to suppliers and project sites as required.

Additional Information

BEUMER is an innovative intralogistics company, where every employee is part of the "family". Because our employees are our most important asset, here are some of the benefits we currently offer full‑time employees. And by the way, no waiting period, they start when you do:

• Medical & Dental coverage (Supplemental)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with a generous match because we care about your future.
• Life Insurance is provided free for all employees.
• Generous amount of paid time off.

BEUMER is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable human rights legislation. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please inform us and we will work with you to provide reasonable accommodation, up to the point of undue hardship.