Job Description

Our client is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer responsible for supervising engineering activities across project phases, ensuring technical accuracy, cost control, and timely delivery for complex industrial and infrastructure projects.
Must Have Skills

• 16+ years of related experience or 20 years with a combination of education and experience (if non-degreed)
• Experience in mining and metals
• Proven experience with estimating, scheduling, workforce forecasting, and progress reporting
• Advanced knowledge of mechanical discipline codes, standards, and materials
• Leadership and mentoring experience for engineering teams on large-scale projects
• Strong technical problem-solving and equipment specification capabilities

Nice to Have Skills

• Practical field experience and project close-out knowledge
• Experience with permitting, procurement, and subcontracting coordination
• Membership in a relevant technical society
• Knowledge of project control-level schedules and engineering deliverable management
• Intermediate computer skills (MS Office, presentations, spreadsheets)
• Experience supervising multi-disciplinary teams and providing appraisal feedback

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering scope and oversee project execution from planning to close-out
• Review and develop specifications, design criteria, and procurement documentation
• Supervise and mentor engineering staff, providing performance evaluations and guidance
• Develop estimates, workforce plans, progress reports, and schedule forecasts
• Solve complex engineering challenges and recommend cost-effective solutions
• Track key material quantities and perform analytical forecasts
• Support permitting, subcontracting, and vendor coordination efforts
• Ensure adherence to project guidelines, safety, and quality standards
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success
• Perform other leadership and engineering duties as assigned

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