Specialist Mechanical Engineer

Cementation Americas; North Bay; Remote; CAD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus program

Job summary

Cementation Americas is seeking a Specialist Mechanical Engineer to deliver expert leadership on underground mining and heavy industrial projects. You will develop mechanical concepts, lead peer reviews, mentor engineers, and provide advanced problem-solving from day one.

Requirements include a Canadian-registered P.Eng. and 15+ years in mining/heavy construction. The role offers work-from-home flexibility in Ontario and a discretionary bonus program alongside base compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from a Canadian-accredited program.
• Registered P.Eng. with a Canadian provincial/territorial regulator (PEO or equivalent).
• 15+ years of mechanical engineering experience in mining or heavy construction.
• Proven design experience in material handling, HVAC and ventilation, piping and pumping, pneumatics, hydraulics, rigging and hoisting.
• Experience across the project lifecycle: studies through commissioning.
• Proven ability to lead technical work, mentor others and communicate clearly with stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of Autodesk suite and MS Office/MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Technical leadership: Develop mechanical concepts and lead reviews for complex work packages.
• Design and review: Perform calculations, equipment selection, system layouts and stamp work of others.
• Proposals: Lead engineering estimates for proposals and attend site visits.
• Procurement: Identify long-lead items, prepare SOWs, support tender evaluations.
• Construction support: Respond to field inquiries, assist commissioning and change management.
• Mentorship and standards: Mentor junior engineers and maintain standards.
• Health and safety: Act as safety champion in design and project activities.

Skills

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Communication with stakeholders

Autodesk

MS Project

Engineering design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

P.Eng. licensed (Canada)

Tools

Autodesk

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent, 40HRs/WK

Location: Work from home in Ontario

Date Posted: October 27, 2026

Salary Range: $150,000.00 to $170,000.00

Incentive Opportunity: In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to participate in Cementation's discretionary corporate bonus program

About Cementation Canada

You feel passionate about what you do. You made the right decision choosing your career path. The question is, are you in the right place? Is your full potential being realized, are you continuing to develop expertise in your chosen field, and does your passion remain strong? At Cementation we respect experience; we get excited about potential.

Cementation is an underground mine contracting and engineering company. We build mines. Structured to deliver design-build solutions for technically challenging projects, our people build world class shaft sinking and mine development projects. Our work requires a team approach where respect is expected and innovation is encouraged as long as safety is not compromised.

Being an employer of choice in the mining industry has always been a mainstay of our mission statement, and Cementation is proud to have been selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for seven years. Open the door to new opportunities and grow with us.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THIS JOB

We are seeking a Specialist Mechanical Engineer to deliver expert technical leadership on complex underground mining and heavy industrial projects. Working closely with the Engineering Mechanical Engineering Lead and project teams, you will develop mechanical concepts, lead peer and technical reviews, mentor engineers and designers, and provide advanced problem-solving support. We need an experienced engineer who can contribute from day one.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Technical leadership: Develop mechanical concepts, trade-off studies and special assignments for complex work packages.
• Design and review: Perform and review calculations, equipment selection and system layouts; conduct peer and technical reviews; review and stamp work of EITs and intermediate engineers.
• Proposals: Lead engineering estimates for proposals, attend proposal-stage site visits and bid meetings.
• Procurement: Identify long-lead items, prepare scope-of-work documents, support tender evaluations and vendor recommendations, and support fabrication.
• Construction support: Respond to field enquiries, provide commissioning support, and uphold change management, QA shop/site reviews and as-built close-out. Site visits / inspections and onsite commissioning.
• Mentorship and standards: Mentor junior engineers and designers, help maintain departmental standards, and assist with recruiting.
• Health and safety: Act as a safety champion, building safety and regulatory compliance into every design and participating in risk assessments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from a Canadian-accredited program.
• Registered P.Eng. with a Canadian provincial/territorial engineering regulator (PEO or equivalent).
• 15+ years of mechanical engineering experience in mining or heavy construction, including medium to large underground mining or heavy industrial infrastructure.
• Proven design experience in: material handling, HVAC and ventilation, piping and pumping, pneumatics, hydraulics, rigging and hoisting, etc.
• Experience across the project lifecycle: studies, pre-feasibility/feasibility, basic engineering, IFC, procurement, fabrication, installation and commissioning.
• Proven ability to lead technical work, mentor others and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of Autodesk suite of products and mechanical analysis software, MS Office and MS Project.

ASSETS

• Temporary works underground mechanical engineering experience; site, construction support and field engineering exposure; experience with Canadian remote or Arctic mining projects.

Candidacy

Please note that to be considered, you must be a Canadian citizen or have written authorization to work in Canada under federal immigration requirements and currently be residing in Canada.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Cementation Americas, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our team and drives innovation, and one of our core values is ensuring all employees have the opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assess all candidates fairly and without discrimination.