Lead Mechanical Engineer - Mining

$180k - $225k

Full-time

AtkinsRéalis

Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Henderson, NV to support the continued growth of its Minerals & Metals business . This role offers a unique opportunity to combine technical leadership, client engagement, business development, and team growth within one of North America's leading engineering organizations.
The successful candidate must have a unique combination of mining experience, technical leadership, and U.S. PE qualifications or ability to obtain through reciprocity. In addition to strong technical capabilities, the ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to build client relationships, support project pursuits, contribute to proposal development, and help grow a high-performing mechanical engineering team.
The Henderson office supports mining, industrial and heavy process projects across North America, including concentrators, material handling systems, processing plants and large-scale industrial facilities. The team works on projects from early studies through detailed engineering and construction support, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams across the U.S. and Canada.
AtkinsRéalis offers a dynamic, technically driven environment focused on professional growth, leadership development, and knowledge sharing through strong communities of practice across North America.
Your role
Act as Mechanical Discipline Lead on medium to large mining and industrial projects.
Support business development activities by contributing to technical proposals, scope definition, project execution strategies, and client presentations to help secure new projects.
Develop and maintain strong client relationships, act as a trusted advisor, and identify opportunities for repeat business and new project pursuits.
Contribute to the growth and strategic development of the Mechanical Department, including resource planning, recruitment, workforce development, and succession planning.
Participate in staffing decisions, workload forecasting, and resource allocation to ensure the effective execution of projects and sustainable growth of the discipline.
Promote a business-oriented mindset within the discipline by balancing technical excellence, project delivery performance, client satisfaction, and profitability.
Serve as a technical authority for mechanical systems in concentrators and industrial facilities.
Oversee and ensure the performance of discipline deliverables across assigned projects
Assess professional effort and provide clear visibility of progress and performance indicators (CPI and SPI) for the discipline.
Participate in conceptual, pre-feasibility, feasibility, and detailed engineering studies.
Lead and supervise the production of engineering deliverables (calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports).
Prepare or review technical specifications for the procurement and installation of mechanical equipment.
Oversee design calculations (pumping systems, water/air networks, slurry systems, tanks, hoppers, chutes, pump boxes, material handling equipment and mechanical structures).
Review and validate P&IDs, data sheets, and vendor documentation.
Perform technical evaluations of vendor bids and proposals.
Supervise and mentor engineers, designers, and technicians.
Review and approve design calculations, quantity take-offs and cost estimates.
Ensure interdisciplinary coordination with process, structural, electrical, civil and instrumentation teams.
Support construction, commissioning and field activities as required.
About you
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Minimum 15+ years of experience in mining and/or heavy industrial projects.
Proven experience as a Mechanical Discipline Lead or Technical Lead.
Strong background in concentrators, mineral processing plants, and bulk material handling.
U.S. PE license (Nevada preferred, or ability to obtain through reciprocity)
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior staff.
Strong knowledge of North American codes and standards
Strong experience in mining, heavy industrial facilities, mineral processing plants or bulk material handling (major asset).
Solid knowledge of North American codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI, AISC, etc.).
Proficiency with engineering software such as Pipe-Flo, CAESAR II, Sidewinder (asset).
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
Willingness to mentor junior staff and contribute to technical excellence within the group.
Fluency in English (written and spoken).
Rewards & benefits
At AtkinsRéalis, our values-Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence-are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.
Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here .
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis , a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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Additional information
Expected compensation range is between $180,000 - $225,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.
Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.
AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability
Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here .
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Job Type
Regular
At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

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