Mechanical engineer Jobs in Kamloops, BC

Peter Lucas Project Management invests in people, community, and cutting-edge technology to provide gold standard project delivery. We are currently looking for a Project Engineer to join our team.

At Peter Lucas we offer a variety of work, professional development, and learning opportunities that come from working on diverse projects in the mining, energy, and heavy industrial sectors. Our dynamic environment, filled with high-achieving professionals, enables our staff to take on incredible opportunities, gain mentorship from a diverse group of colleagues, and succeed in their careers.

The Project Engineer will provide technical leadership and engineering support for projects at an operating mine site near Kamloops, BC, ensuring all work is completed in accordance with engineering, safety, and operational standards. Responsibilities will include preparing and reviewing engineering drawings, developing technical specifications, and working closely with project teams, site operations, contractors, and other stakeholders to define project requirements.

The Project Engineer will also support the Project Manager in developing project scopes of work, budgets, schedules, and execution plans. The successful candidate will lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams and consultants in the development, review, and delivery of technical documentation and engineering deliverables for a variety of capital and site-based projects. The role will require regular collaboration with site personnel to ensure projects are practical, constructible, and aligned with the operational requirements of the mine.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed project plans that include scope, schedule and budget.
• Review and approve engineering designs, ensuring they meet project specifications.
• Work closely with relevant stakeholders, contractors, and vendors to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Monitor project progress and address any technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes, standards, and regulations.
• Prepare required reports and forecasts.
• Manage and allocate resources, including personnel, materials, and equipment.
• Conduct ongoing risk assessments – identifying and developing strategies to reduce risks

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline
• 5+ years of project engineering experience, preferably in mining
• Gold mine or heavy industrial project experience
• Experience managing projects from engineering through construction and commissioning
• Strong understanding of project cost, schedule, scope, and change management
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience coordinating contractors, consultants, vendors, and site teams
• Proficient with MS Project, P6, Excel, or similar
• Strong communication, reporting, and problem-solving skills
• P.Eng. or eligibility is an asset

Benefits

• Health And Dental Benefits.
• Company Pension Matching.

We appreciate all applicants' interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Wages are negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Global reference checks may be conducted after the interview process.

Note: Peter Lucas Project Management is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We acknowledge that the Peter Lucas head office is located on Treaty 6 Territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota, and the homeland of the Metis.

We recognize that our work, our lives and our communities extend beyond these borders, taking place on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples across what is now known as Canada.

As we live, work, and play in these diverse lands, we honor the deep histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples. In the spirit of Reconciliation and guided by our mission to elevate people and communities while driving innovation and sustainability, we are committed to building respectful relationships and shared success across this land we call home.