Manager - Piping

About Mesabi Metallics

When you join the team at Mesabi Metallics, you become part of a pioneering group advancing sustainable mining practices and driving innovation in the iron ore industry. Our commitment extends to providing a safe work environment, supporting environmental stewardship and generating value for all stakeholders. You will be joining us at a pivotal moment in Minnesota’s mining history:
Mesabi Metallics’ cutting‑edge iron ore mining and pelletization project is currently under construction. Mesabi Metallics is also building a 2.5 MTPA Direct Reduction Iron (DRI) and integrated steel plant to strengthen the U.S. low‑carbon metallics supply chain. The DRI project is envisioned as a next‑generation metallics and steel manufacturing hub aligned with the rapidly expanding U.S. electric arc furnace (EAF) steel sector.

The incumbent will be responsible primarily for leading the engineering and design review of piping systems for a Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) and Integrated Steel Plant, preferably with an Electric Arc Furnace route. This role will oversee all piping‑related activities across process units, utilities, and supporting infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable, and cost‑effective project execution. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, including engineering reviews and contractor management, requiring extensive experience in large‑scale industrial facilities within the Iron & Steel, Metals & Mining, and heavy manufacturing sectors, with a strong understanding of DRI process plants and integrated steel production facilities.

Experience in construction, installation and maintenance oversight is an added advantage.

Engineering and Design Management

• Review and approve piping engineering deliverables, including P&IDs, piping layouts, isometric drawings, material specifications, and construction packages
• Ensure piping designs comply with applicable ASME, API, OSHA, and project‑specific standards and specifications
• Coordinate with process, mechanical, structural, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines to ensure integrated design execution
• Evaluate and resolve technical issues related to piping design, constructability, operability, and maintainability
• Review pipe stress analysis reports and ensure compliance with applicable design requirements
• Support site design coordination and construction, installation, testing and commissioning activities

Quality Assurance and Quality Control

• Ensure compliance with project QA/QC procedures and applicable industry standards
• Review welding procedures, inspection plans, hydrostatic testing procedures, and NDE requirements
• Coordinate inspections, testing, punch‑list closure, and final acceptance activities
• Verify proper documentation and turnover packages are completed before commissioning

Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture throughout all piping activities
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, site safety requirements, and environmental standards
• Participate in safety audits, hazard assessments, toolbox talks, and incident investigations

Project Controls and Resource Management

• Manage piping budgets, schedules, and resource planning activities
• Track project progress and develop recovery plans when required
• Review contractor progress reports, change orders, and claims related to piping scope
• Support procurement activities, including material take‑offs, vendor evaluations, and equipment inspections

Leadership and Stakeholder Coordination

• Lead and mentor piping engineers, supervisors, inspectors, and field personnel
• Foster collaboration among engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations teams
• Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to senior management and project stakeholders
• Support workforce development and continuous improvement initiatives

• Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field
• 8 to 12 years of progressive experience in piping engineering within the Iron & Steel, Metals & Mining,…