Senior Mechanical Engineer

Brunel; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic Vancouver office. This role involves providing technical guidance on large-scale mechanical engineering projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective outcomes. The successful candidate will lead mechanical efforts, manage project teams, and contribute to strategic planning. Ideal for someone with extensive experience in mechanical engineering, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the mining industry. Join a forward-thinking firm where your expertise will shape innovative solutions and drive project success.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of engineering experience with a Bachelor's or 5+ years with a Master's.
• Fluency in English and strong analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical efforts on complex engineering projects and manage project teams.
• Provide technical advice and ensure successful project completion.

Skills

Effective Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Research and Analysis

Safety Practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Our client is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for their Vancouver Engineering office. The successful candidate will provide technical advice and guidance for all phases of assigned large/complex mechanical engineering projects and programs, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost.

Responsibilities

• Apply working knowledge of engineering principles to assigned engineering projects, using sound engineering, data measurement & collection, calculations, analysis, interpretation and problem solving.
• Review, interpret, comment and approve mechanical engineering deliverables. Review reports for mechanical design projects and provide recommendations to site team and to project consultants.
• Lead the mechanical efforts on large/complex mineral processing engineering projects, which may include the development of new or modification to existing systems and processes, including the responsibility of approving work from other engineering disciplines.
• Manage projects and serve as a mechanical subject matter expert (SME) on large/complex projects.
• Managing the mechanical discipline of an engineering consultant, construction planning and construction supervision.
• Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable processes, practices, and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations.
• Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering areas.
• Develop and/or review scopes of work, evaluate proposals, draft formalized internal requests for funding.
• May evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment as approved and required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and eight (8) years discipline related engineering experience, OR
• Master’s in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and five (5) years discipline related engineering experience.
• Fluency in English.
• Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering.
• Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written, including the ability to actively listen and to adapt behavior and communication style based upon the audience.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Skill in following safety practices, and recognizing, controlling and/or eliminating hazards Ability to build trust and credibility with employees/peers and establish common goals and expectations.
• Strong analytical skills.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer’s license.
• At least 5 years of work experience in EPCM consultant office.
• Experience working on the Owner’s team in the EPCM consultant office will be considered as an asset.
• Proficiency in the design, analysis and installation of mineral processing plants and associated supporting infrastructure.
• Proven experience evaluating and selecting mechanical equipment for mineral processing plants proposed by equipment suppliers.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Engineering

Industries: Mining