Mechanical Engineer (Contractor)

Position Overview
Giffen Consulting Ltd. (Giffen) is looking to hire a Mechanical Engineer (intermediate to senior level) with a mining and/or heavy industrial background on a contract basis.About Us
Giffen is a Canadian company with offices in Vancouver, BC, and Toronto, ON, that provides fit-for-purpose engineering and project delivery solutions, specializing in the mining, utility, and heavy industrial sectors.At Giffen, we take pride in our ability to deliver flexible strategies that are tailored to the specific needs of our clients. We value relationships above all else – within our team and with our clients. We hold our team to the highest level of accountability to ensure we provide tailored solutions to successfully execute our clients’ projects.We believe that open communication is the key to fostering reliable and lasting relationships within our company and those with whom we conduct business.Key Responsibilities
Execute mechanical engineering deliverablesComplete calculations to support project deliverablesSelect and size mechanical equipmentPrepare or check equipment data sheets, MEL, valve lists, and line listsCheck and seal drawing packagesWrite or review technical reports, engineering specifications, and construction specificationsProvide project deliverables as per project scheduleCoordinate across disciplines and departments for project implementation, design, and inspectionTroubleshoot mechanical systems for operating mine sites and heavy industrial facilitiesSupport cost estimating with reviews of project deliverables based on proposal scopePresent project designs, concepts, and progress updates to clients and stakeholdersAbility and willingness to travel for site visits as requiredQualifications
Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited Canadian universityRegistered as a Professional Engineer in Canada4+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer on Mining & Mineral processing, Heavy Industrial ProjectsFamiliar with greenfield and brownfield mining projectsKnowledge of ASME and CSA codes, industry standards, and regulationsExperience with selection and sizing for rotating equipment, pump boxes and chutes, conveyors, HVAC, and Fire protectionAbility to present project deliverables and concepts to clientsExcellent organizational, technical, and communication skillsDesire and drive with a love for lifelong learningAbility to manage multiple ongoing projects
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