Senior Mechanical Engineer

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Senior Mechanical Engineer

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Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

As a Mechanical and Piping Engineer, you’ll take part inengineering proposals and projects in the mining and metals industry across theUnitedStates and Canada. You’ll also be responsible for ensuring the qualityof professional services delivered while maintaining strong relationships withclients and internal teams.

You’ll play a key role throughout all phases ofengineering projects, helping deliver high-quality technical solutions. You’llalso visit client sites occasionally, support business development efforts andmentor junior engineers to support team growth.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to...

• Participate in engineering studies, design and project delivery
  
• Prepare technical documents such as reports, specifications and deliverables
• Leading 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

Do your qualities and values match ourcorporate culture?

• Strong commitment to health and safety
  
• Inspirational leadership
  
• Rigorous and ethical
  
• Ability to share and pass on knowledge
  
• Interest in solving the most complex challenges

Summary of certifications and jobrequirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States, or eligible
• PE license in either Arizona or Nevada 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
  
• Asset: advanced engineering degree (M.Sc. or equivalent)
  
• Asset: experience in engineering estimates and proposal preparation
  
• Asset: project management and project control skills
  
• Asset: experience with relevant software and design tools (discipline‑specific)
  
• Asset: Knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SmartPlant and AFT Fathom software

An overview of BBA’s Total Rewards:

• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment
  
• 401(k) retirement plan
  
• Annual paid time off (PTO)
  
• Statutory holidays
  
• Premium for employee referrals

BBA considersmany factors when determining the annual base salary, including location,market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technicalassessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, you get many benefits:

• A collaborative team that shares its ideas and knowledge
• Custom training and development plans
  
• A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home
  
• On site and at the office: Health, safety and the environment are in our DNA

AboutBBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies , and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field‑ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.