Mechanical Engineer - Smelter Construction

Provide technical advice and guidance for all phases of assigned large/complex mechanical engineering projects and programs, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost.

Essential Functions:

• Apply working knowledge of engineering principles to assigned engineering projects, using sound engineering, data measurement & collection, calculations, analysis, interpretation and problem solving.

• Review, interpret, comment and approve mechanical engineering deliverables. Review reports for mechanical design projects and provide recommendations to site team and to project consultants.

• Lead the mechanical efforts on large/complex engineering projects, which may include the development of new or modification to existing systems and processes, including the responsibility of approving work from other engineering disciplines. 

• Manage projects and serve as a mechanical subject matter expert (SME) on large/complex projects.

• Managing the mechanical department of an engineering company, construction planning and construction supervision.

• Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable processes, practices, and existing/proposed local, state and federal regulations

• Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for designated engineering areas

• Develop and/or review scopes of work, evaluate proposals, draft formalized internal requests for funding.

• May evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment as approved and required.

• Evaluates and administers contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and 18 years discipline related engineering experience, OR

• Master’s in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and 13 years discipline related engineering experience

• Fluency in English

• Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of mechanical engineering

• Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions

• Skill in effective communication, both verbal and written, including the ability to actively listen and to adapt behavior and communication style based upon the audience

• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions

• Skill in following safety practices, and recognizing, controlling and/or eliminating hazards Ability to build trust and credibility with employees/peers and establish common goals and expectations

• Strong analytical skills