Principal Mechanical Engineer

Job Description - Principal Mechanical Engineer (CAL01QV)Management Level:Individual Contributor:

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

PURPOSE

The Lead Mechanical Engineer provides technical leadership and project delivery oversight for mechanical engineering services to Worley and its customers. This role blends deep mechanical engineering expertise with strong team leadership, cross-discipline coordination, and accountability for quality, schedule, and budget performance across assigned projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project & Technical Leadership

• Lead mechanical engineering scope on assigned projects, ensuring deliverables meet Worley, client, and regulatory requirements.

• Own the mechanical engineering scope, schedule, and quality for assigned projects or project areas.

• Provide technical leadership and direction through all project phases including feasibility, FEED, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.

• Define and manage mechanical scope in alignment with project execution plans and change management processes.

• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, constructability reviews, and client engagements.

• Provide technical input to procurement activities including equipment specifications, requisitions, bid evaluations, vendor technical evaluations, and purchase order reviews.

• Identify and manage technical risks and execution challenges, proposing practical, cost-effective engineering solutions in collaboration with the project team.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead, coordinate, and mentor mechanical engineers, designers, and discipline specialists assigned to projects.

• Define work packages, assign resources, and manage workload distribution across the mechanical team, including workshare where appropriate.

• Provide coaching, technical oversight, and performance feedback to team members to ensure high-quality delivery.

• Support the professional development of junior and intermediate mechanical engineers through mentoring and technical guidance.

• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture focused on safety, quality, and delivery excellence.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all mechanical engineering deliverables comply with Worley standards, client specifications, and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

• Ensure compliance with project quality management systems, checking procedures, and document control processes.

• Promote and actively uphold Worley’s safety culture and values throughout all project activities.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a primary mechanical engineering interface with clients, project managers, vendors, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Support resolution of technical queries, scope clarifications, and interface issues between Worley and client teams.

• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of scope, priorities, resourcing, and execution strategies.

Continuous Improvement & Technical Excellence

• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, best practices, and innovations in mechanical engineering and equipment design.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards, tools, workflows, and execution methodologies.

• Support knowledge sharing, lessons learned, and technical community initiatives within Worley’s Mechanical Engineering team.

QUALIFICATIONS

Technical & Industry Experience

• Strong technical expertise and subject matter knowledge in one or more of the following project types:

  Oil & Gas (Upstream, Midstream, Downstream)

  SAGD / Oilsands Facilities

  Mining, Metals & Minerals

  Cogeneration / Gas-to-Power

  Energy Transition / Industrial Facilities

• Proven ability to lead mechanical engineering scope on complex, multidisciplinary projects.

• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals including rotating equipment, static equipment, piping interfaces, materials, and equipment specifications.

• Working knowledge of applicable local and international codes and standards (., ASME, API, CSA, ISO).

• Competent in MS Office Suite and relevant mechanical engineering design and calculation tools.

• Demonstrated experience delivering high-quality technical work within schedule and budget constraints.

Leadership & Professional Skills

• Demonstrated experience leading technical teams within a project delivery environment.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to balance technical excellence with practical, delivery-focused decision-making.

• Previous supervisory, discipline lead, or technical authority experience preferred.

Education, Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent discipline.

• Professional Engineer ( designation (or eligibility / active pursuit in accordance with internal requirements).

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.