Mechanical Engineer

Mining Projects (Hybrid)

Pittsburg, Pennsylvania (This role can also be based in either Ohio or Virginia, depending on what works best for the successful candidate.)

Full-Time Hybrid Schedule

Compensation: $81,000 - $137,000 DOE + Full Benefits

Company: Global industrial leader with a strong heritage and a people-first culture. With operations across multiple continents and a network of over 90 production facilities, this mining organization plays a critical role in supporting industries such as energy, environmental services, construction, and manufacturing. You'll be part of a collaborative, inclusive team based in the Americas with 30% travel to different sites in the US. Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer ready to take on a highly visible role supporting large-scale mining operations and capital projects?

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with operations, process, and project teams to define scope, estimate costs, and develop conceptual and detailed designs for capital projects.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in mechanical systems design, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Review and approve technical documentation from outside engineering firms, including P&IDs, GA drawings, specs, and vendor submittals.
• Provide engineering support for plant equipment such as conveyors, crushers, kilns, fans, pumps, silos, and pneumatic systems.
• Ensure all work complies with safety and environmental standards and regulatory codes (NFPA, MSHA, CEMA, OSHA, etc.).
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams and external contractors to execute project deliverables.
• Support performance enhancements, root-cause analysis, and cost-effective mechanical system upgrades.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 8+ years of mechanical or project engineering experience in a mining or a cement plant or aggregate environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Inventor, Navisworks, or similar design tools.
• Solid understanding of rotating equipment (conveyors and crushers), dust collection systems, and material handling.
• Familiarity with project budgeting, scheduling, and technical documentation (RFQs, bid evaluations).
• Strong communication skills to work across technical teams, contractors, and plant leadership.
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically, with occasional international assignments.

Preferred Skills:

• Cross-disciplinary knowledge in civil or electrical engineering.
• Experience with SAP or willingness to learn.
• Hands-on involvement in rotary or vertical lime kilns is a strong plus.
• Experience supporting greenfield or brownfield construction and startup phases.

What's Offered:

• Competitive base salary: $81,000 - $137,000
• Generous vacation and paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-funded health savings accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A collaborative environment with the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule

30% of the time involves travel to other locations in the USA.