Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

LOCATION : Thunder Bay, ON

Employment Type : Full Time

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting engineering, and technical services worldwide and strives to provide smart solutions for challenging projects.

We are a diverse company, including individuals with expertise in science, research, engineering, construction, and information technology.

Our culture is built around fast paced, mid-size local offices with expertise in client-focused project delivery, backed by global company with more than 28,000 employees, across 550 offices worldwide.

At our core, we are a team of skilled problem solvers with a goal to add value to our client’s businesses, and to ours. We develop project-specific teams and methodologies to accomplish our goals.

We are a high functioning, multidisciplinary project team of project managers, project engineers, specialists, technologists, 3D CAD designers, and supporting staff.

Locally we specialize in mid-sized sustaining and new capital projects, however, are involved in projects for our clients of a wide range and scale in our region and across Canada and the globe.

The position will report directly to the local Mechanical Staff Manager. Our Senior Mechanical Engineers are fundamental to supporting our project teams.

They lead and work within multidiscipline teams centered locally in the Thunder Bay office or in collaboration with complimentary offices spanning locations across the company.

Our work spans varied market sectors typically with focus on :

• Mining and Mineral Processing
• Heavy Industrial Facilities
• Remote Community Water Treatment and Power Generation
• Energy Utilities and,
• Municipal Infrastructure

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Trusted to take professional and technical responsibility for their work, and the work of team members working under their direct supervision.
• Directs and coordinated the activities of project team members and supervises complex engineering tasks related to major projects.
• Responsible to define the appropriate design criteria for the project with direct coordination with the client.
• Technical scope varies based on project rosters and can include :
• Industrial process improvements, layouts, equipment integration, Fluid / slurry pumping and piping, solid and bulk material handling, conveying, crushing, dust collections, chutes, etc.
• Ownership of, or input to PFD and P&IDs
• Engage with a team of 3D CAD designers to facilitate appropriate 3D models and designs.
• Trusted to develop or provide sound input to project scope definition, execution / methodology, planning and resource requirements based on experience level
• Works as a mentor to facilitate development and group of junior staff.
• Follows established internal quality control and assurance procedures, best practices, and standards, however, is also encouraged to provide input to continuous improvements

Typical engineering tasks can include :

• Mentoring
• Client relationship building
• Business Development
• Engineering Proposals and Fee Estimates
• Project Management, Project Engineering, Project Discipline Lead Duties, Resource planning
• Capital Cost Estimates and Construction Schedules
• Equipment and Construction requisition packages including bid reviews
• Procurement and Construction Support
• HAZOPs and Risk Assessment Facilitation
• Constructability Reviews

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Minimum 10 years professional engineering work experience in a related field
• Current, practicing registration as Professional Engineer with Professional Engineers of Ontario, or eligibility for practicing registration
• Experience within all major project phases including Scoping, Pre-Feasibility, Feasibility, Detailed Design, Commissioning, Field Engineering, Contract Administration and Construction Support
• Specific engineering experience such as mining, mineral processing, materials handling, industrial plant and machinery layout and integration, mine hoisting, ventilation, and dewatering and / or NI 43-101 compliant studies are considered an asset
• Graduate of a Canadian accredited mechanical engineering degree program, or other education acceptable to Provincial ProfessionalEngineering Licensing Associations.

SOFTWARE AND SYSTEMS :

• Proficient with MS Office Suite, and similar productivity / collaborative and planning software
• Working knowledge of 3D and 2D CAD software and related workflows for products similar to AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Revit, CADWorx, Bluebeam Revu, etc.
• Additional software experience including FEA, hydraulic, and energy modeling software, SolidWorks, Inventor, Caesar, AFT Fathom, Belt Analyst, HAP, etc.

are considered an asset

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

• Preference is for work to be performed from within the Thunder Bay office. Occasional short site assignments and travel to regional Tetra Tech offices in Canada will be likely be required periodically.
• Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada. A copy of a valid work permit may be required
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and / or credit) and professional reference checks is required.

Some Tetra Tech positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law

• Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing and background checks may be required for our client worksites
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in typical industry environments and weather conditions
• Must be able to adhere to our office’s vaccination and COVID-19 policies. We will be confirming your eligibility to comply with these requirements
• Current working environment : In-office, however hybrid working arrangements can be reviewed on a case-by-case basis (in-office and work-from-home)

WHY TETRA TECH :

In addition to rewarding job opportunities and continuous growth, we offer an enjoyable working environment, where teamwork is highly valued.

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HOW TO APPLY :

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter at : . We thank all those that apply, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please no phone calls or agencies.

Additional Information

• Internal Organization : 719 ICE
• Requisition #71900000479

Additional Information

• Organization : 719 ICE
30+ days ago