Mechanical Engineer

Brunel has an exciting long-term contract opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer supporting our client who is a leading global mining and metals company. Job Summary Provide technical advice and guidance for all phases of assigned large/complex mechanical engineering projects and programs, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost. Essential Functions: Apply working knowledge of engineering principles to assigned engineering projects, using sound engineering, data measurement & collection, calculations, analysis, interpretation and problem solving. Review, interpret, comment and approve mechanical engineering deliverables. Review reports for mechanical design projects and provide recommendations to site team and to project consultants. Lead the mechanical efforts on large/complex mineral processing engineering projects, which may include the development of new or modification to existing systems and processes, including the responsibility of approving work from other engineering disciplines. Manage projects and serve as a mechanical subject matter expert (SME) on large/complex projects. Managing the mechanical discipline of an engineering consultant, construction planning and construction supervision. Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable processes, practices, and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations. Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering areas. Develop and/or review scopes of work, evaluate proposals, draft formalized internal requests for funding. May evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment as approved and required. Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment. Job Scope Nature of work: Works on complex issues and implements solutions mostly through the determination of strategy and delegation to others in a group or functional area. Level of interaction: Often collaborates with managers and/or functional or site leaders and interacts with external colleagues. Autonomy/decision making: Works under moderate supervision and has some latitude to set objectives, priorities and timelines that may impact department or individual work group. Budgetary responsibility: Has no budgetary responsibility Managerial responsibility: Manages a specific program or project and may supervise people. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and eight (8) years discipline related engineering experience, OR Master’s in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and five (5) years discipline related engineering experience Language Skills, Certifications and/or Training Fluency in English Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions. Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written, including the ability to actively listen and to adapt behavior and communication style based upon the audience Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Skill in following safety practices, and recognizing, controlling and/or eliminating hazards Ability to build trust and credibility with employees/peers and establish common goals and expectations. Strong analytical skills Preferred Education and Experience: Master’s degree in mechanical engineering Professional Engineer’s license At least 5 years of work experience in EPCM consultant office Experience working on the Owner’s team in the EPCM consultant office will be considered as an asset. Proficiency in the design, analysis and installation of mineral processing plants and associated supporting infrastructure. Proven experience evaluating and selecting mechanical equipment for mineral processing plants proposed by equipment suppliers. Offer: Full-time employees are eligible for benefits. Benefits include medical, dental and vision that will begin on your first day of employment. 401K matching – 50% match, up to 3%. If candidate is not local to the area, client will provide accommodations and travel for a 4 week on, 1 week off not working rotation, along with monthly stipend for living expenses. #J-18808-Ljbffr