Mechanical Engineering Manager, Evansville, IN

Tutor Perini • Evansville, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Mechanical Engineering Manager at Frontier-Kemper, you will have the opportunity to: Lead and mentor a high-performing team of mechanical engineers and designers. Oversee all mechanical engineering and design activities across three operational divisions: Heavy Civil Tunneling, Mine Development, and OEM Equipment Manufacturing (FKC-Lake Shore). Drive innovation in mechanical systems design, including hoisting systems, material handling, shaft sinking equipment, and custom tunneling components. Manage project engineering schedules, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring mechanical systems meet cost, performance, and reliability targets. Serve as the primary technical liaison between internal stakeholders, clients, vendors, and regulatory authorities for all mechanical engineering matters. Direct and coordinate design integration across mechanical, structural, and electrical disciplines to ensure efficient system performance and constructability. Implement and improve engineering standards, manufacturing practices, and quality processes to enhance safety, productivity, and equipment lifecycle. Mentor mechanical engineers and designers, fostering technical growth, innovation, and continuous improvement within the organization. Frontier-Kemper builds extraordinary projects, and we need exceptional talent. Join us and together we will build the future

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an ABET-accredited institution.
• Minimum 15 years of progressive mechanical engineering experience.
• Minimum 10 years in engineering leadership and/or operations management, with demonstrated success leading cross-functional mechanical teams.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
• Proven expertise in mechanical systems design, equipment manufacturing, and integration for large-scale construction or industrial applications.
• Strong understanding of fabrication methods, hydraulic and electrical interface systems, and mechanical analysis (FEA, stress, fatigue, etc.).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Advanced analytical and computer skills, including proficiency with CAD and mechanical design tools.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of mechanical engineers and designers.
• Oversee all mechanical engineering and design activities across three operational divisions: Heavy Civil Tunneling, Mine Development, and OEM Equipment Manufacturing (FKC-Lake Shore).
• Drive innovation in mechanical systems design, including hoisting systems, material handling, shaft sinking equipment, and custom tunneling components.
• Manage project engineering schedules, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring mechanical systems meet cost, performance, and reliability targets.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison between internal stakeholders, clients, vendors, and regulatory authorities for all mechanical engineering matters.
• Direct and coordinate design integration across mechanical, structural, and electrical disciplines to ensure efficient system performance and constructability.
• Implement and improve engineering standards, manufacturing practices, and quality processes to enhance safety, productivity, and equipment lifecycle.
• Mentor mechanical engineers and designers, fostering technical growth, innovation, and continuous improvement within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees