Lead Mechanical Engineer (Mining and Minerals)

With offices in Australia, Canada, USA, Southern Africa, Ghana, Philippines, Argentina and Peru, Lycopodium proudly delivers high quality professional engineering and project delivery services globally, across the resources, infrastructure and industrial processes sectors. By joining our global team and learning from renowned subject matter experts, we can offer you a diverse career that could take you anywhere in the world.

Lycopodium is currently recruiting for an Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our growing Engineering team in Vancouver, BC.

Reporting to the Manager of Engineering the Lead Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the delivery of accurate, professional and compliant design deliverables using Company approved systems and procedures.

The tasks you'll perform

• Conduct timely reviews of Project mechanical drawings to achieve full compliance with design intent
• Manage multiple tasks and prioritize where necessary to achieve agreed deliverables to a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
• Perform accurate engineering design and calculations
• Interpret engineering drawings, documents, specifications and scopes
• Identify scope variations and prepare relevant documentation accordingly.
• Liaise with and provide professional support to drafting team in the preparation of drawing deliverables.
• Develop technical documentation including scopes of work and specifications using relevant industry standards and guidelines.
• Produce accurate engineering lists including but not limited to: equipment, lubrication, spares, valves, pipe line and special work.
• Provide accurate material take-offs as and when required.
• Evaluate tenders and provide technical recommendations for the purchase of mechanical equipment from vendors where necessary.
• Review vendor certified documentation and disseminate the information to the appropriate personnel for interface checking.
• Assist with the delivery of engineering documentation in relation to scope, quantities, cost and schedule.
• Register and file all relevant engineering documentation in accordance to the Company approved procedures.
• Maintain an understanding of the latest developments to Industry and Project specific codes, standards and related engineering matters.
• Work in conjunction with a range of internal and external stakeholders to meet project design criteria and deliverables.
• Contribute to engineers in trainings professional development by providing consistent mentoring and identify avenues of development.
• Proactively support other team members as required to ensure Project deliverables are met.
• Travel on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and its operations.

The expertise you'll bring

• University Degree in Mechanical Engineering or the equivalent from a recognised institution.
• Minimum 8+ years post graduate experience in Mineral Processing or Metallurgical plant design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with all stakeholders, including clients, vendors and co-workers.
• Ability to work with people at all levels within an organisation and external providers.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise to a high standard of accuracy and professionalism.
• Solid technical aptitude, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision whilst consistently producing a high quality of deliverables.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility and commitment.
• Demonstrate a strict practice of confidentiality, personal responsibility and discretion.
• Provide mentoring and identify avenues of professional development.

The benefits we'll provide

Lycopodium has a strong company culture focused on career progression and technical skill development. You can expect to be involved in a wide range of large projects whilst working amongst a team of highly skilled professionals.

We recognise that everyone is different and needs may change over the course of your career. That’s why we:

• Invest in our people for the long-term, building a diverse and rewarding career, mentored by the best in the industry.
• Allow our people to balance work with other commitments, like family or study, offering flexible work arrangements.
• Provide employees with a variety of additional benefits such as coverage for professional memberships, RRSP matching, healthcare spending account, discount and rewards programs, and much more.

The expected salary range for this role is $125,000 to $165,000. This range is based on the role’s job family and level and reflects a good faith estimate for the role at the time of posting. Your final offer will depend on factors such as market conditions, internal equity and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role. We believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects the value you bring to the team.

Lycopodium is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity and maintaining a discrimination free workplace, guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Diligence.

We are committed to providing the best possible experience for every candidate by responding to every application. We do not use AI to screen, assess, or select candidates and to ensure fairness; every application is personally reviewed by a member of our team. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact our Recruitment Team and we will work with you to provide the support you need.