Senior Mechanical & Piping Engineer - Mining Solutions

BBA Consultants; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual PTO

Group insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Holiday entitlement

Referral bonus

Job summary

BBA Consultants is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead multidisciplinary mining and metals projects in the U.S. and Canada. You will mentor engineers, oversee piping and equipment design, and ensure high-quality technical solutions across all project phases.

The role involves client interaction, occasional site visits, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver proposals and robust engineering services. A PE license in AZ/NV is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States, or eligible.
• PE license in AZ or NV is mandatory.
• 15+ years of relevant experience in mining, energy or heavy industry.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary consulting engineering environment.
• Ability to interpret process and engineering documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, drawings).
• Field experience (construction, commissioning, site support).
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and teams.
• Valid driver’s license and available for occasional travel.
• Experience with equipment design and selection, piping systems and material handling.
• Experience with layout development and mechanical calculations.
• Experience with bulk material handling systems, pumping systems, piping networks, crushers and process equipment.
• Experience developing PFD/P&ID-based layouts, equipment arrangement and 3D modelling validation.
• Experience with hydraulic sizing, pump selection, stress considerations and material selection.
• Knowledge of ASME, ANSI, API and other relevant industry and piping standards.
• Experience with P&IDs, isometrics, general arrangement, equipment lists and line list standards.
• Advanced engineering degree (M.Sc. or equivalent).
• Experience in engineering estimates and proposal preparation.
• Project management and project control skills.
• Experience with relevant software and design tools (discipline-specific).
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SmartPlant and AFT Fathom software.

Responsibilities

• Participate in engineering studies, design and project delivery.
• Prepare technical documents such as reports, specifications and deliverables.
• Lead technical deliverables, mentoring and reviewing engineering work.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated solutions.
• Help prepare proposals and engineering service estimates.
• Support client relationships by understanding needs and proposing solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Participate in site visits, inspections and commissioning activities as required.
• Design mechanical systems (equipment, piping, pumping systems, material handling).
• Develop layouts, perform sizing calculations and validate equipment selection.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Mentorship

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the US or eligible

PE license in AZ or NV mandatory

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

SmartPlant

AFT Fathom

Job description

BBA Consultants is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead multidisciplinary mining and metals projects in the U.S. and Canada. You will mentor engineers, oversee piping and equipment design, and ensure high-quality technical solutions across all project phases.

The role involves client interaction, occasional site visits, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver proposals and robust engineering services. A PE license in AZ/NV is mandatory.