Senior Mechanical Engineer - Mining, Minerals, Metals

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Purpose

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Engineer - MMM. Our team includes world class experts and dynamic go-getters. This is a full-time position based in Oakville, Ontario.

Worley is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer based in Oakville, Ontario, with experience in sizing, selection, preparing specifications, purchasing, installation, inspection, testing, and operation of mechanical equipment in mining, metals, and minerals (MMM) processing plants, as well as leading mechanical engineering teams on projects. The Senior Engineer plays a critical role in project execution, vendor coordination, and technical decision-making. In Worley Canada East, you will report to the Manager of the Mechanical and Piping Engineering Department, and you will work on various minerals, mining, and metals projects with the rest of the project team and customers while upholding Worley’s standards for safety and technical excellence.

Self-motivated individuals with a desire to solve complex engineering problems, who show effective team leadership and communication skills will be ideally suitable for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level mechanical engineering involvement in projects from concept to completion, and make expert contributions in equipment selection, system integration, and operational efficiency.
• Evaluate and select appropriate sizes and specifications for mining, metals, and minerals processing equipment.
• Ensure all designs and technical specifications meet industry regulations, environmental standards, and safety protocols.
• Deliver mechanical engineering services that meet Worley’s, its customers’, and applicable statutory and regulatory specifications, on time and within budget.
• Contribute to technical and value engineering studies.
• Prepare technical specifications, data sheets, and vendor drawings and data requirements (VDDR) for mechanical equipment.
• Prepare project scopes of work and equipment RFQs (Requests for Quotation).
• Perform technical bid evaluations leading to a recommendation and ultimate purchase of the equipment or selection of contractors.
• Perform engineering calculations with regard to sizing the equipment.
• Liaise, where needed, with suppliers during the purchase of equipment.
• Be familiar with applicable codes, regulations, and standards.
• Review shop drawings and attend inspections as required.
• Identify and report changes to study/project scope.
• Keep up to date with the latest developments and technical innovations in mechanical engineering.
• Stamp project deliverables (if required).
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight to junior engineers and design teams.
• Participate in regulatory audits, client meetings, and quality assurance activities.
• Participate in risk assessments, design reviews, and constructability evaluations.
• Multi-office work with project teams in other Worley offices may occur across different time zones, so working outside standard hours may be required.
• Occasional field walkdowns in operating plants and construction sites with regard to project tasks may be required. This may require short land or air travel to other cities and countries for site visits and project coordination.

What You Will Bring

Technical and Industry Experience

• Self-starters and highly motivated individuals looking for career growth opportunities.
• Extensive experience with equipment in the mining, metals, and minerals industry.
• Proficiency in required software and engineering tools.
• Ability to prioritize work to meet tight deadlines.
• Work with other disciplines; understand the engineering sequence and workflow; and work with the customer on design reviews.
• Working knowledge of relevant codes, regulations, and standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in high-stakes, regulated environments.
• Commitment to design excellence, safety compliance, and client satisfaction.
• Experience in piping engineering is a strong asset.

Required

Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years of relevant MMM experience.
• Registered as Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

For applicants based in the province of Ontario, the salary range is $122,879 to $144,563 CAD.

Application of the pay band: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.

Worley is committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, Worley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If you require any accommodations or assistance, please contact us at: View email address on canada.jobradars.com

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