Package Engineer, Mining​/Resources

Overview

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Shape the World Around You – As a Package Engineer
, you will contribute to designing and delivering mechanical package solutions for mining and industrial projects across Canada. From conceptual studies through detailed engineering, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑performing systems for major EPCM projects.

This position can be located out of any of our Canadian offices with preference for Northern Ontario, BC and Atlantic locations.

• Lead mechanical package engineering for multidisciplinary mining and industrial projects across all phases.
• Apply expert knowledge of ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, ASME VIII Div 1/2, API, and TEMA to deliver safe and compliant mechanical and piping systems.
• Review and develop piping layouts, isometrics, BOMs, and fabrication deliverables for accuracy and constructability.
• Evaluate, select, and specify rotating equipment such as pumps, compressors, and blowers, applying lifecycle and performance considerations.
• Oversee mechanical design of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, chutes, bins, hoppers, and conveyor system components.
• Prepare mechanical calculations, including wall thickness, branch reinforcements, and external pressure analyses.
• Develop project standards, piping material specifications, valve specifications, and equipment datasheets.
• Prepare RFQs and lead technical evaluations and comparison reports for bulk materials, valves, and specialty components.
• Resolve complex design and material issues collaboratively with engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
• Develop inspection and testing plans (ITPs), including hydrostatic testing and NDT requirements for tanks and vessels.

• 10–14 years of experience in piping, rotating equipment, and static equipment engineering within industrial or mining environments.
• Strong background in EPCM project delivery across mining, processing, power, or oil and gas sectors.
• Experience with mechanical design of chutes, hoppers, bins, conveyors, and associated structural elements.
• Deep understanding of piping materials, equipment standards, fabrication processes, and construction practices.
• Demonstrated ability to develop RFQs, MTOs, technical evaluations, and bid analyses.
• Experience working in LEAN environments with an improvement‑focused mindset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) designation in Canada.

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AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 – $162,800
MB & ON: $112,100 – $154,400
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $111,000 – $147,400

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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