Mechanical Engineer (Contractor)

Position Overview

Giffen Consulting Ltd. (Giffen) is looking to hire a Mechanical Engineer (intermediate to senior level) with a mining and/or heavy industrial background on a contract basis.

About Us

Giffen is a Canadian company with offices in Vancouver, BC, and Toronto, ON. that provides fit-for-purpose engineering and project delivery solutions , specializing i n the mining, utility, and heavy industrial sectors.

At Giffen, we take pride in our ability to deliver flexible strategies that are tailored to the specific needs of our clients. We value relationships above all else – within our team and with our clients. We hold our team to the highest leve l of accountability to ensure we provide tailored solutions to successfully execute our clients’ projects.

We believe that open communication is the key to fostering reliable and lasting relationships within our company and those with whom we conduct business.

Key Responsibilities

Execute mechanical engineering deliverables

Complete calculations to support project deliverables

Select and size mechanical equipment

Prepare or check equipment data sheets, MEL, valve lists, and line lists

Check and seal drawing packages

Write or review technical reports, engineering specifications, and construction specifications

Provide project deliverables as per project schedule

Coordinate across disciplines and departments for project implementation, design, and inspection

Troubleshoot mechanical systems for operating mine sites and heavy industrial facilities

Support cost estimating with reviews of project deliverable based on proposal scope

Present project designs, concepts, and progress updates to clients and stakeholders

Ability and willingness to travel for site visits as required

Qualifications + Experience

Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited Canadian university

Registered as a Professional Engineer in Canada

4+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer on Mining & Mineral processing, Heavy Industrial Projects

Familiar with greenfield and brownfield mining projects

Knowledge of ASME and CSA codes, industry standards, and regulations

Experienced with selection and sizing for rotating equipment, pump boxes and chutes, conveyors, HVAC, and Fire protection

Ability to present project deliverables and concepts to clients

Excellent organizational, technical, and communication skills

Desire and drive with a love for lifelong learning

Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects