Mechanical Engineer

Infinitek Limited; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer for a hybrid role based in Pittsburgh, PA. The role involves supporting large-scale mining operations with responsibilities such as design collaboration, equipment troubleshooting, and project management. Offering competitive pay and extensive benefits, including health insurance and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Generous vacation and paid holidays

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 8+ years of mechanical or project engineering experience in mining or cement plants.
• Strong understanding of rotating equipment and dust collection systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with operations and project teams to define scope and develop designs.
• Provide engineering support for plant equipment and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical Systems Design

Troubleshooting

Communication

Project Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Navisworks

Job description

This range is provided by Infinitek Limited. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$81,000.00/yr - $137,000.00/yr

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Mechanical Engineer

Mining Projects (Hybrid)

Pittsburg, Pennsylvania (This role can also be based in either Ohio or Virginia, depending on what works best for the successful candidate.)

Full-Time | Hybrid Schedule

Compensation: $81,000 – $137,000 DOE + Full Benefits

Company: Global industrial leader with a strong heritage and a people-first culture. With operations across multiple continents and a network of over 90 production facilities, this mining organization plays a critical role in supporting industries such as energy, environmental services, construction, and manufacturing. You’ll be part of a collaborative, inclusive team based in the Americas with 30% travel to different sites in the US. Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer ready to take on a highly visible role supporting large-scale mining operations and capital projects?

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with operations, process, and project teams to define scope, estimate costs, and develop conceptual and detailed designs for capital projects.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in mechanical systems design, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Review and approve technical documentation from outside engineering firms, including P&IDs, GA drawings, specs, and vendor submittals.
• Provide engineering support for plant equipment such as conveyors, crushers, kilns, fans, pumps, silos, and pneumatic systems.
• Ensure all work complies with safety and environmental standards and regulatory codes (NFPA, MSHA, CEMA, OSHA, etc.).
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams and external contractors to execute project deliverables.
• Support performance enhancements, root-cause analysis, and cost-effective mechanical system upgrades.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 8+ years of mechanical or project engineering experience in a mining or a cement plant or aggregate environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, Navisworks, or similar design tools.
• Solid understanding of rotating equipment (conveyors and crushers), dust collection systems, and material handling.
• Familiarity with project budgeting, scheduling, and technical documentation (RFQs, bid evaluations).
• Strong communication skills to work across technical teams, contractors, and plant leadership.
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically, with occasional international assignments.

Preferred Skills:

• Cross-disciplinary knowledge in civil or electrical engineering.
• Experience with SAP or willingness to learn.
• Hands-on involvement in rotary or vertical lime kilns is a strong plus.
• Experience supporting greenfield or brownfield construction and startup phases.

What’s Offered:

• Generous vacation and paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-funded health savings accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A collaborative environment with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule

30% of the time involves travel to other locations in the USA.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting and Mining

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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