Process Mechanical Engineer

Jedson Engineering; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jedson Engineering is looking for an experienced Process Mechanical Engineer in Salt Lake City, Utah, to support projects in the Heavy Industrial sector. This role focuses on engineering designs for the metals and minerals/mining industries and requires hands-on experience in both design and field environments.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a minimum of 10 years in process mechanical engineering, with proficiency in software like AutoCAD. Responsibilities include developing designs, conducting assessments, and supporting installation activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in process mechanical engineering.
• Experience in metals, minerals/mining, and/or cement plants.
• Proficiency with engineering software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop process and mechanical engineering designs.
• Conduct on-site assessments and troubleshoot issues.
• Prepare engineering calculations and technical documentation.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Field troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Fathom

Job description

About The Role

Jedson Engineering is seeking an experienced Process Mechanical Engineer to support projects within the Heavy Industrial sector, primarily serving the metals, minerals/mining, and cement industries. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineering professional who thrives in both design and field environments and enjoys working closely with production and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop process and mechanical engineering designs for Heavy Industrial manufacturing systems, equipment, and facilities.
• Conduct on‑site assessments as needed to gather data, validate designs, troubleshoot issues, and support installation or commissioning activities.
• Prepare detailed engineering calculations, equipment specifications, P&IDs, layouts, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑disciplinary engineers, project managers, and plant personnel to ensure project success.
• Support project planning, schedule coordination, and design reviews.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards, and Jedson Engineering work processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical or related discipline).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in process mechanical engineering within the Heavy Industrial industry.
• Experience in metals, minerals/mining, and/or cement plants.
• Experience with bulk material handling & conveyance; crushing, grinding & size reduction; mineral processing & separation; slurry, water & process fluid systems; pyroprocessing & thermal systems; dust collection & environmental systems; and metals processing systems.
• Proficiency with engineering software and tools (AutoCAD, Fathom, etc.).
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and field troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a consulting engineering or EPC environment.
• Subject matter expert (SME) within the metals, minerals/mining, or cement industries.
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.