Senior Professional Engineer, Mechanical - Manufacturing & Heavy Industrial
tkda
Duluth, Minnesota
Posted Apr 27, 2026
- Full-time
- Facilities Engineering
Job description
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 - Serve as atechnical leader and client partner, building strong relationships and supporting project success from concept through construction - 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