Mechanical/Process Engineer – Mining, Pumping & Slurry Systems

Knight Piesold and Co•Denver, CO

About The Position

Knight Piésold is seeking a Mechanical/Process Engineer to support mining and tailings projects involving pumping, piping, slurry transport, and water systems. The Mechanical-Process team designs pump stations, slurry and water pipelines, and associated process, mechanical, hydraulic, piping, and controls systems. The work spans concept studies and feasibility through detailed design, construction support, and commissioning, with selected projects in hydropower and other water infrastructure. The role involves engineering and modeling process water and Newtonian and non-Newtonian slurries, including settling and non-settling transport in pressurized pipelines and open channels. The successful candidate will apply knowledge of turbomachinery and control equipment such as gates, valves, and chokes, relevant U.S. and international codes, and electrical, instrumentation, and controls systems to collaborate effectively with the electrical design team. Work takes place in both office and field environments and may involve domestic and international travel to outdoor project sites, as determined by project needs. Adherence to firm safety standards and MSHA and OSHA requirements is mandatory. Knight Piésold describes itself as a global consulting firm with 100 years of industry experience in mining, environmental, hydropower, and water resources, and highlights teamwork, knowledge-sharing, mentoring, diverse projects, and travel opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
4 to 10 years of relevant experience.
Experience in the design, construction, or commissioning of turbomachinery, with emphasis on pumps and associated piping, hydraulic, and fluid-conveyance systems.
Knowledge of turbomachinery and hydraulic systems.
3D modeling capabilities with AutoCAD 3D, Plant 3D, Revit, and SolidWorks.
Firm understanding of relevant U.S. and international codes for pipe, materials, and equipment, including ASME, AWWA, API, ASTM, ANSI, AWS, BS, and ISO.
Firm understanding of electrical, instrumentation, and controls to collaborate with the electrical design team.
Adherence to applicable firm safety standards and MSHA and OSHA requirements.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the design, implementation, and commissioning of Balance of Plant (BoP).
CFD modeling experience.
Transient analysis experience.
Hydropower experience.
Pipe stress analysis experience.
Knowledge of ANSYS, Fathom / Impulse, CESAR, Plant, Revit, SolidWorks, or Inventor.
Bilingual Spanish skills.
Project management experience.
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Process Engineering.
Mechanical Professional Engineer (PE) registration.

Responsibilities

Perform hydraulic, process, mechanical, and piping design.
Assist in developing studies from concept through implementation.
Develop concepts, feasibility studies, and detailed designs for pumping and piping systems.
Review project calculations, specifications, and drawings for code compliance and quality requirements.
Prepare detailed specifications, data sheets, calculations, and reports.
Develop drawings, P&IDs, and schematics.
Research and analyze data, and prepare and respond to requests for information.
Assist with or perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimates.
Engage and interface with suppliers, manufacturers, and contractors.
Prepare control philosophy documents with applicable process parameters.
Create 3D models of pumping and piping systems, including miscellaneous metallic structures and pipe supports.