Senior Mechanical Engineer

The Redpath Group•South Jordan, UT

About The Position

The Sr. Mechanical Engineer works closely with other engineering disciplines in order to provide crucial mechanical decisions and technical strategic data to support Redpath’s projects. This is to enable the implementation of project work in accordance with safety, codes and standards, schedule, quality and cost control

Requirements

Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering with P.Eng. license (or equivalent)
10 years’ post graduate work in a mining environment
AutoCAD
Structural Engineering Software
MS Office
SharePoint
E-mail
Internet
Photocopier Equipment
Telephone Systems
Strategic thinking
Strong AutoCAD skills
Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Word and Excel
Able to deliver effective results, meet tight deadlines, and targets
Knowledge of underground mine plants, shaft sinking, underground mining/development and mining equipment
Knowledge of mine safety regulations
Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills, both verbal and written
High level of attention to detail, neatness and accuracy
Effective and creative thinker and problem solver
Strong analytical and presentation skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Nice To Haves

15 years’ experience in an engineering environment

Responsibilities

Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment.
Following Company health and safety standards and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to Supervisor.
Responsible for selection, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, optimization and reliability of hoists, shaft sinking equipment, conveyors, crushers, pumps and mining equipment
Participates in planning, coordination, procurement, and management of the overall design and engineering process of various projects as related to mechanical requirements
Provide Estimating assistance for bids by producing drawings, sketches, calculations and equipment selections
Participate in discussions regarding design and risk management of designs
Research, propose and implement new technologies and/or processes as appropriate and approved
Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, policies and procedures as related to mechanical items
Travel to sites to inspect, take measurements and/or attend technical discussions as needed
Provides support to projects, assisting in providing technical solutions as required
Sign off as Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) on mechanical drawings
Responsible for checking and approval of drawings done by other Engineers, Designers or Engineers-in-Training
Mentor Engineer-in-Training, Mechanical or less experienced Engineers
Maintain confidentiality with respect to Redpath and client information
The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive