Lead Mechanical Engineer

Sedgman is currently seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Vancouver office.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced mechanical engineer with a strong background delivering mining, mineral processing and heavy industrial projects from conceptual studies through detailed design, construction and commissioning.

This role will provide technical and discipline leadership across mechanical engineering activities, with particular expertise in mechanical process equipment, plant layouts, platework, piping, pumping and material handling systems. You will lead mechanical engineering deliverables, guide engineers and designers, and work closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, procurement and construction personnel throughout the project lifecycle.

What does this role involve?

Main Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and direction to mechanical engineers and designers across mining and mineral processing projects.

• Lead and coordinate mechanical engineering scope and deliverables across studies, detailed design, procurement, construction support and commissioning.

• Lead the design, specification and integration of mechanical process equipment, platework, piping, pumping, conveyors and material handling systems.

• Review and approve key mechanical deliverables including calculations, equipment specifications, datasheets, Mechanical Equipment Lists, drawings, PFDs and P&IDs.

• Lead mechanical design reviews, resolve complex technical issues, and ensure designs consider safety, constructability, operability and maintainability.

• Coordinate mechanical resources, allocate work, maintain consistent engineering practices, and mentor engineers and technical personnel.

• Lead technical interfaces with vendors and procurement, including equipment packages, technical bid evaluations, vendor data and drawings.

• Provide construction and commissioning support, including RFIs, technical queries, field issues, design changes and non-conformance resolution.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and act as a key mechanical engineering interface with clients, vendors and internal stakeholders.

• Support proposals and business development while promoting safety, quality, applicable standards and continuous improvement.

What are we looking for in our future team member?

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and registration, or eligibility for registration, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).

• 10+ years of relevant mechanical engineering experience, preferably within mining, mineral processing, EPC/EPCM or heavy industrial environments.

• Demonstrated experience in a lead or technical leadership role coordinating engineers and designers on multidisciplinary projects.

• Strong experience across the project lifecycle, from studies and conceptual design through detailed engineering, construction and commissioning.

• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical process equipment, plant layouts, pumping and piping systems, platework, conveyors and material handling equipment.

• Experience leading equipment selection, specifications, procurement support, vendor package management and technical bid evaluations.

• Demonstrated ability to review and approve engineering calculations, specifications, datasheets, drawings and other mechanical deliverables.

• Previous mining, mineral processing, mine site or construction site experience; construction and commissioning exposure is highly desirable.

• Strong leadership, communication, mentoring and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and project deliverables.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with MS Project or Primavera P6 is an asset.

• Must be eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship.

What is in it for you?

• Work on significant projects for the Global mining industry.

• Significant career growth potential.

• Access to world-leading mentors across disciplines and commodities.

• Short-term incentive (bonus) program.

• RRSP matching.

• Health and benefits package.

Salary: $150,000 - 180,000

The salary offered to the successful candidate will consider education, experience, relevant skills and capability, geographic location and market conditions at the time of hire.

Our Values, The Sedgman Way

• Integrity: Being respectful and honest with ourselves, our colleagues, clients, partners, suppliers, shareholders and other stakeholders.

• Accountability: Committing to what we are responsible for.

• Innovation: Continually adapting and evolving for the future.

• Delivery: Amplifying our ability to deliver and strengthen our reputation and credibility.

Sedgman is a proud equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all our people to reach their full potential. We welcome all qualified candidates.

We strongly support and encourage candidates with Indigenous ancestry (First Nations, Inuit, Métis) to self-identify and apply.

Choose Sedgman as your employer of choice. We look forward to receiving your application.

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