Senior Mechanical Engineer

About Cementation Canada

You feel passionate about what you do. You made the right decision choosing your career path. The question is, are you in the right place? Is your full potential being realized, are you continuing to develop expertise in your chosen field, and does your passion remain strong? At Cementation we respect experience; we get excited about potential.

Cementation is an underground mine contracting and engineering company. We build mines. Structured to deliver design-build solutions for technically challenging projects, our people build world class shaft sinking and mine development projects. Our work requires a team approach where respect is expected and innovation is encouraged as long as safety is not compromised.

Being an employer of choice in the mining industry has always been a mainstay of our mission statement, and Cementation is proud to have been selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for seven years. Open the door to new opportunities and grow with us.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THIS JOB

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the mechanical design and engineering of complex mining and heavy industrial projects. In this role, you will provide safe, practical, and constructible solutions, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate closely with operations, project services, and other engineering disciplines. This is a hands-on technical leadership role for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving challenging problems and shaping high-quality engineering outcomes.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Work in compliance with all Cementation Health and Safety rules and regulations.
• Identify health and safety hazards or infractions and report them to the Health and Safety Department.
• Ensure all applicable safety codes and regulations are met through appropriate design and use of technology.
• Act as a safety champion by promoting safe behaviours and integrating safety into all designs produced by the group.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design for medium to large underground mining and heavy industrial projects
• Develop practical, best‑for‑project solutions that prioritize safety, operability, constructability, and regulatory compliance
• Perform and review engineering calculations, equipment selection, and mechanical system layouts
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including engineering, operations, project management, and procurement
• Participate in technical design reviews, risk assessments, and key engineering decisions
• Support procurement through technical scope development, equipment selection, vendor evaluations, and package reviews
• Provide engineering support during fabrication, construction, and commissioning as required
• Mentor Engineers‑in‑Training and intermediate engineers, providing technical guidance and review of work
• Contribute to engineering proposal development and technical scope definition as needed
• This description reflects the core responsibilities of the role; additional duties may be assigned as required by project or business needs.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Canada
• 10+ years of mechanical engineering experience in mining, heavy industrial, or similar environments
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, with experience in one or more of the following areas: material handling, HVAC, ventilation, piping, pumping, pneumatics, hydraulics, rigging, and hoisting
• Proven ability to lead technical work and mentor junior engineers

ASSETS

• Experience across multiple stages of the project and engineering lifecycle, including studies, pre‑feasibility and feasibility, basic engineering, issued‑for‑construction (IFC), procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning
• Exposure to site work, construction support, and field engineering activities
• Experience using 3D mechanical design and engineering analysis software

Supporting a Diverse And Inclusive Workforce

At Cementation Americas, we believe in diversity and inclusion. We recognize the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we strive to provide a work environment that is respectful to all employees. One of our core values as a company is giving employees every opportunity to succeed - this starts with treating everyone with dignity and respect and valuing the unique contribution of every employee.

We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds and candidates for employment will be assessed in a non-discriminatory manner. In addition to career development training, all employees are provided with diversity and inclusion training. As a team, we will continue to grow and learn together.

We offer a competitive compensation package for our employees, including a generous group benefits plan, and we are committed to providing training and development for all employees.

Cementation Americas has successfully implemented a hybrid work schedule in all of our Corporate Offices. All office staff have the option of remote work Mondays and Fridays, while working the balance of the week (Tues/Wed/Thurs) in the office.