Principal Design Engineer/ Mechanical Lead - for Mining&Meta …, Vancouver

Job Description Fluor is one of Canada’s top employers and is recognized globally as a leader in the Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Fabrication, and Maintenance industry. Our focus on innovation and providing cost-effective technology-based solutions is second to none. We look to future professionals to help us fulfill our purpose to Build a Better World.

Our team members are at the heart of our success in executing projects safely, thoughtfully, and with the highest quality. If you value teamwork, empowerment in your career, and are eager to champion innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients, this opportunity may be for you.

The purpose of this position is to provide essential administrative processes, technical knowledge, and direction. The role has oversight of a specific area and acts as a representative to the department, ensuring technical accuracy in project execution in all phases. This role promotes Fluor’s competitiveness within the global marketplace by delivering quality services of unmatched value and technical competence. This is the Lead position on assigned projects or performs engineering assignments of any complexity.

Lead mechanical engineering activities on complex projects, ensuring technical accuracy and adherence to codes and standards.

Translate global strategic initiatives into project-level procedures and apply cost-competitive execution techniques.

Develop and review project scope, estimates, schedules, progress reports, and manpower forecasts.

Oversee material key quantities, specifications, and design criteria, incorporating health, safety, and environmental considerations.

Manage vendor interactions, procurement processes, and technical evaluations.

Provide mentorship and supervision to engineering teams, supporting professional development and performance management.

Engage in client relations, cross‑discipline coordination, and promote Client Service Excellence.

Support proposal development, change management, and compliance with Operating System Requirements (OSR).

Participate in audits, departmental standards development, and external technical organizations.

Establish equipment requirements and prepare equipment data sheets for mechanical equipment including unfired and fired heat transfer equipment, packaged equipment, pressure vessels, pumps and compressors, or packaged equipment.

Evaluate dimensions, equipment connections, and equipment performance including pressure profiles, heat transfer rates, and off‑design cases.

Provide equipment sizing and application support to project development or process.

Support material selection for equipment.

Develop and revise equipment lists, narrative specifications, equipment standards, equipment general arrangement and outline drawings.

Participate in supplier/contractor bid clarification, negotiation, and/or award meetings and represent mechanical support/advice in model reviews and closely monitor mechanical equipment layout.

Provide consultation during fabrication and witness testing of equipment, and provide on‑site assistance for the installation, commissioning, and/or start‑up of equipment.

Advanced knowledge of design of mechanical equipment through all stages of a project from conceptual phase to design development, construction, and commissioning.

Mechanical equipment in one or more of the following specialties: rotating equipment, pressure vessels, unfired and fired heat transfer equipment, packaged equipment, or metallurgy and welding.

Basic Job Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering and at least six teen (16) years of work‑related experience.

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in mining and metals projects.

At least 5 years of experience serving as Lead Engineer on mining and metals projects.

Demonstrated competence and proven track record in technical leadership roles.

Strong skills and experience in discipline‑specific project execution.

Experience working on revamp projects (asset).

Proficiency in interdisciplinary coordination.

Excellent communication skills for engaging with management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors.

Highly self‑driven with the ability to complete assigned tasks independently and in a time‑effective manner.

Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Registration or eligibility for registration, with the Engineers and Geoscientists BC as a professional registrant is mandatory.

Other Job Requirements

Design experience on mechanical equipment through all stages of a project: conceptual phase, design development, construction, and commissioning.

Mechanical equipment in one or more of the following specialties:

Rotating equipment

Pressure vessels

Unfired and fired heat transfer equipment

Packaged equipment

Preferred Qualifications Experience serving as Lead Engineer on mining and metals projects.

Benefits Fluor Canada rewards hard work, knowledge, and commitment. Fluor offers competitive employee compensation packages, comprehensive benefit programs including Health, Dental and Vision Care, flexible spending dollars, group registered retirement program, parental top‑up, education reimbursement, employee and family assistance programs, and much more. Fluor also offers several employee resource groups that aim to provide opportunities for professional and personal growth, improved wellness, and involvement in the community.

At Fluor, we believe that overall wellness encompasses the four wellness pillars of mental, physical, financial and social. We are committed to fostering a healthy, inclusive and psychologically safe workplace by creating awareness through knowledge building and communication while focusing on measurable outcomes.

Compressed work schedule: The Fluor Canada offices work a compressed work schedule offering every second Friday off.

Salary is based upon experience. Salary Range: $138,000.00 - $256,000.00. The market rate for the role is typically at the mid‑point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

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