Senior Mechanical Engineer

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. 

• Lead mechanical design for studies, basic and detailed engineering for mineral and chemical processing plants for the recovery of base and precious metals.  
• Provide project management support for design and construction project.
• At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct and Safety Guidelines.

•    Provide mechanical engineering services as part of a highly integrated engineering team for the completion of studies and detailed engineering:
o    Review and interpret client provided data 
o    Develop mechanical designs 
o    Perform calculations for pipe, pump, and other mechanical equipment
o    Perform calculations and design using both computer-aided and manual design techniques.
o    Prepare mechanical design criteria
o    Prepare mechanical specifications and data sheets
o    Support trade-off studies and reports    
•    Provide mechanical engineering support for projects in the basic and detailed engineering phases. In addition to further clarification of the tasks involved in project studies, the following activities will be required:
o    Review of procurement specifications
o    Review of vendor submittals
o    Review of value engineering proposals
•    Assist in project management and business development efforts, including preparation of proposals and review of client requirements.
•    Provide input to project progress reports.
•    Assist in project management tasks including document control, report preparation, and progress monitoring. 
 

•    Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
•    Fluent in English, high level of written and verbal communication skills
•    Spanish language skills also a plus
•    Demonstrated ability to read and understand:
o    Flowsheets 
o    General arrangement drawings 
o    Civil / structural drawings
o    Mechanical drawings
•    Knowledge of MS Project and AutoCAD a plus
REQUIRED SKILLS
•    Ten years’ experience in process plant mechanical design
•    Familiar with NI 43-101 Studies
•    Familiar with AutoCAD
•    Familiar with the various process design circuits and equipment for the recovery of base and precious metals
•    Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills 
•    Ability to travel on a limited basis if required
•    Skilled in working with standard Microsoft Office products
OTHER INFORMATION:
•    SGS/KD Engineering is a high performing team of dedicated engineering professionals who enjoy working in a coordinated, open, and friendly work environment 
•    Position will be located in Tucson Arizona. 
 

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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