Senior Mechanical Engineer — Mining & Metals Leader

Ausenco; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Ausenco is a global engineering company seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for our Tucson or Denver office. You will supervise the mechanical design team, ensure timely delivery, and provide high-level technical expertise on projects in the mining and metals sector.

Ideal candidates have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ years of mechanical design experience, PE certification (AZ/CO preferred), and strong CAD/3D software skills.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years in mechanical design engineering in mining/mineral processing/materials handling (gold/copper).
• Must hold PE Certification—Arizona or Colorado.
• Strong CAD/3D software and MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical engineering design within required timeframes; supervise engineers, review deliverables, provide high-level technical expertise.
• Facilitate equipment purchases by specifying requirements and assisting procurement.
• Manage man-hour budget and review mechanical capital cost estimates; recommend alternatives.
• Assist development and review of mechanical contracts by providing input.
• Issue drawings and information for construction with engineers and designers.
• Mentor and motivate project team members to achieve superior performance.

Skills

PE Certification

Mechanical Design

CAD

3D Modeling

MS Office

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

Job description

Ausenco is a global engineering company seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for our Tucson or Denver office. You will supervise the mechanical design team, ensure timely delivery, and provide high-level technical expertise on projects in the mining and metals sector.

Ideal candidates have a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ years of mechanical design experience, PE certification (AZ/CO preferred), and strong CAD/3D software skills.