Senior Mechanical Engineer, Industrial / Mining

TKDA · DUL - Duluth, Minnesota

Our employee‑owned, integrated team of engineering and design professionals is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design for heavy industrial projects, including mining and production facilities.

This role is focused on technical leadership - guiding complex mechanical design efforts, collaborating across disciplines, and mentoring developing engineers. Project management experience is valued but not required.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead mechanical design for industrial facilities, including mining and production operations
  • Design and oversee systems including:
    • Industrial ventilation and dust collection
    • Process piping, pumping, and plumbing
    • Balance-of-plant and material handling support systems
    • Scope project requirements, verify calculations, and validate equipment selection
    • Prepare and review drawings, specifications, and technical reports
    • Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, and architectural teams
    • Mentor and support early‑career engineers
    • Support construction administration and site visits as needed
    • Contribute to project coordination, client interactions, or proposals

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration required
  • 8+ years of mechanical design experience in heavy industrial or mining environments
  • Strong experience leading design efforts and mentoring junior engineers
  • Experience leading technical design efforts across disciplines
  • Strong communication skills and interest in mentoring others
  • Ability to travel occasionally (generally up to ~20%).
  • Valid driver's license
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and/or Plant 3D preferred
  • Previous design experience in mining or industrial facilities
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