Senior Mechanical Engineer, Industrial​/Mining

Position: Senior Mechanical Engineer, Industrial / Mining
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

* 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

$97,000 - $153,500 a year

The listed salary range reflects base pay for candidates with 8-20 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities. Individuals who may have more years of experience are encourage to apply.

Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm

At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

Comprehensive Benefits

Health Benefits:

Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one

Annual Incentive Plan:
Eligible for discretionary bonuses

HSA Contributions:
Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan

401(k) Match:
Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals

ESOP:
Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits

Paid Time Off:
Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.

* Pre-Employment Screening
* Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

* Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies
* TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.