Mechanical Engineering Lead

Requisition ID: 97182 

Job Category: Engineering 

Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. 

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

The PDG Mechanical & Piping Group is a Hatch global practice providing Mechanical and Piping design expertise to a wide variety of Hatch's business practices. Our capability spans through the whole project lifecycle comprising; scoping, conceptual design, pre-feasibility, feasibility studies, detailed engineering, construction support and project management. The group supports, mineral processing, energy, and infrastructure projects.

Our Vancouver team is currently seeking a dedicated Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical discipline teams on project work in the office and be available for site visits.  The role will focus on mining projects with opportunities to support other sectors as well. 

The Lead Mechanical Engineer provides support to the Engineering Manager and is responsible for supervising a team of mechanical engineering practitioners. The Lead Mechanical Engineer provides leadership and assists in the resolution of technical matters related to the discipline for the project. In addition, the Lead Mechanical Engineer defines and develops the plan to meet the project requirements and supports the team of mechanical practitioners to achieve the expected results in terms of quality, cost, and schedule including contributing to and leading mechanical deliverables.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a thorough understanding of the project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule
• Prepare a list of engineering deliverables and time-based functions to facilitate the planning and control of the engineering budget
• Develop the mechanical work plan for insertion into the project specific execution plan
• Develop and maintain the project’s scope of work documentation and revise as required during the design evolution
• Manage and review the Engineering Work Packages (EWP) associated with all deliverables and time based functions to ensure that budgets and schedules are being met, and take corrective action if necessary
• Provide mechanical schedule and hours forecast inputs to support project reporting
• Review and approve the mechanical and layout design criteria documents
• Review and approve the mechanical engineering and design standards
• Review and approve mechanical technical deliverables (specifications, datasheets, drawings, technical bid evaluations etc.)
• Leading, checking or authoring of Mechanical deliverables to support the mechanical team as required.
• Lead and contribute to vendor and mechanical procurement package management efforts.
• Assist in the preparation and development of project specific procedures
• Establish design tools, software, relevant codes and standards to be used on the project
• Assign work tasks (via approved EWPs) to individuals and continuously monitor progress and quality
• Represent the mechanical practice in project engineering coordination meetings
• Schedule, coordinate and participate in mechanical design reviews
• Ensure coordination, between the mechanical team and other disciplines, of all activities being performed as the design evolves
• Ensure that quality audits of engineering work are carried out in accordance with project procedures and the quality assurance plan
• Promote and maintain the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of mechanical engineering work
• Ensure that all work designed, manufactured and supplied in the mechanical engineering discipline complies with relevant safety standards and practices.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BSc/B.Eng in mechanical engineering
• Registration as a professional engineer with Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC) or another Province with the ability to register with EGBC  
• Minimum 15 years project engineering experience.  The ideal candidate will have experience as a mechanical lead or a is a mechanical lead working under a lead striving to advance into this role.
• Experience working on large or complex projects in a multidisciplinary environment
• Ability to manage individuals to attain quality, cost and schedule objectives
• Strong deliverable focus. Ability to plan the work
• A high degree of understanding of interdisciplinary dependencies related to the discipline
• Good understanding of procurement, contracting and commissioning methodologies
• Technical exposure to the equipment technologies related to the project
• Good understanding of workflows as they relate to the mechanical practice
• Strong leadership skills
• Well developed communication, and interpersonal skills
• Able to rapidly understand and assimilate project and client specific requirements
• Knowledge of 3D data centric design systems
• Knowledge of engineering management systems
• Strong ability to delegate tasks and promote the effective performance of team members
• Experience in mentoring young professionals
• Extensive experience in the use of procedures and workflows in the execution of projects
• Significant previous experience in engineering planning for the discipline
• Strong client focus.

Base salary range: $120,000 - $180,000

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.