Lead Mechanical Engineer - Mining

AtkinsRéalis; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 166,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis Lead Mechanical Engineer in Henderson, NV will guide mining and industrial projects, acting as discipline lead and technical authority for mechanical systems across concentrators and industrial facilities.

The role oversees deliverables, vendor documents, and design calculations while mentoring engineers and coordinating with process, structural, electrical and instrumentation teams; field support is common.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• PE license in the U.S. (Nevada preferred or reciprocity).
• 15+ years of experience in industrial/mining projects.
• Proven discipline lead or technical lead experience.
• Strong knowledge of North American codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI, AISC).
• Proficient with Pipe-Flo, CAESAR II, and Sidewinder.
• Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Act as Mechanical Discipline Lead on medium to large mining and industrial projects.
• Serve as a technical authority for mechanical systems in concentrators and industrial facilities.
• Oversee and ensure the performance of discipline deliverables across assigned projects.
• Assess professional effort and provide visibility of progress and performance indicators.
• Participate in conceptual, pre-feasibility, feasibility, and detailed engineering studies.
• Lead and supervise the production of engineering deliverables (calculations, drawings, specs, reports).
• Prepare or review technical specifications for procurement and installation of mechanical equipment.
• Oversee design calculations (pumping systems, water/air networks, slurry systems, piping stress).
• Lead the design of tanks, hoppers, chutes, pump boxes, material handling equipment and mechanical structures.
• Review and validate P&IDs, data sheets, and vendor documentation.
• Perform technical evaluations of vendor bids and proposals.
• Supervise and mentor engineers, designers, and technicians.
• Review and approve design calculations, quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
• Ensure interdisciplinary coordination with process, structural, electrical, civil and instrumentation teams.
• Support construction, commissioning and field activities as required.

Skills

Discipline lead

Technical leadership

Mining experience

Client coordination

Mentoring

Engineering software

Pipe-Flo

CAESAR II

Sidewinder

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license (US)

Tools

Pipe-Flo

CAESAR II

Sidewinder

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Henderson, NV to support the continued growth of itsMinerals & Metals business .

The Henderson office supports mining, industrial and heavy process projects across North America, including concentrators, material handling systems, processing plants and large-scale industrial facilities. The team works on projects from early studies through detailed engineering and construction support, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams across the U.S. and Canada.

AtkinsRéalis offers a dynamic, technically driven environment focused on professional growth, leadership development, and knowledge sharing through strong communities of practice across North America.

Your role

• Act as Mechanical Discipline Lead on medium to large mining and industrial projects.
• Serve as a technical authority for mechanical systems in concentrators and industrial facilities.
• Oversee and ensure the performance of discipline deliverables across assigned projects
• Assess professional effort and provide clear visibility of progress and performance indicators (CPI and SPI) for the discipline, as well as ETC.
• Participate in conceptual, pre-feasibility, feasibility, and detailed engineering studies.
• Lead and supervise the production of engineering deliverables (calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports).
• Prepare or review technical specifications for the procurement and installation of mechanical equipment.
• Oversee design calculations (pumping systems, water/air networks, slurry systems, piping stress, etc.).
• Lead the design of tanks, hoppers, chutes, pump boxes, material handling equipment and mechanical structures.
• Review and validate P&IDs, data sheets, and vendor documentation.
• Perform technical evaluations of vendor bids and proposals.
• Supervise and mentor engineers, designers, and technicians.
• Review and approve design calculations, quantity take‑offs and cost estimates.
• Ensure interdisciplinary coordination with process, structural, electrical, civil and instrumentation teams.
• Support construction, commissioning and field activities as required.

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the U.S. (Nevada preferred or ability to obtain through reciprocity).
• 15+ years of relevant experience in industrial and/or mining projects.
• Strong experience in mining, heavy industrial facilities, mineral processing plants or bulk material handling (major asset).
• Proven experience as a discipline lead or technical lead.
• Solid knowledge of North American codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI, AISC, etc.).
• Proficiency with engineering software such as Pipe-Flo, CAESAR II, Sidewinder (asset).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to mentor junior staff and contribute to technical excellence within the group.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $165,500 - $188,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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