Chief Mechanical Engineer

Job details

Posted 11 September 2026


Start date 28 September 2026


Salary Range USD
12000
- 165000
per Year


Location New Orleans


Job type Permanent


Discipline Mining & Metals


Reference 170078


Job Function Engineer , Project Engineer , Mechanical Engineer

Job Title:

Chief Mechanical Engineer

Status of Hire:

full-time, direct hire

Industry:

mining & metals

Pay:

$120-165k base depending on experience, plus bonus, benefits, annual retirement contribution, paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave, tuition reimbursement

Location:

New Orleans, LA 70130

Schedule:

hybrid; in office with in-person meetings and travel with the ability to also collaborate virtually

Relocation:

full relocation available

What You Will Do

Under limited supervision plan, organize, manage and execute designated engineering projects and programs, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost. Perform

detailed engineering design tasks

for assigned projects, including calculations, drawings and specifications maintaining accurate records of design work and revisions throughout the project life cycle. Develop and prepare technical documentation and reports to support design decisions and project requirements. Participate in project meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate engineering solutions into overall project plans.

Conduct design reviews evaluate vendor proposals

ensuring compliance with applicable codes, standards and company requirements. Utilize engineering software and tools to

model, simulate and analyze design components

. Assist in

resolving technical issues during construction and commissioning phases

. Continuously improve design processes and contribute to knowledge sharing within the project office. Perform other duties as required.

What You Bring

+ Bachelor’s degree Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline

+ 7 years of experience in engineering or related scientific field, including lead or supervisory experience, OR Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering discipline and 5 years of experience in engineering or related scientific field, including lead or supervisory experience

+ Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering

+ Ability to research and analyze information of considerable difficulty and draw valid conclusions

+ Skilled in managing large/complex engineering projects

+ Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions

+ Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards

+ Skilled in supervising, evaluating, training and motivating employees

+ Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

+ Advanced degree and/or Professional Engineering (PE) Certification preferred

Preferred Qualifications

+

Expertise designing, analyzing, and optimizing conveyor and bulk material handling systems for mining operations, including review of layouts, equipment selection, and performance evaluations for belts, idlers, pulleys, drives, take-up systems, crushers, feeders, chutes, and related equipment

+ Expertise performing conveyor belt sizing, capacity, throughput, and performance analyses and modelling bulk material flow, particle interactions, and material handling system behavior

+ Expertise with applicable industry standards and safety regulations including MSHA and OSHA requirements as well as mechanical and material handling design criteria

+ Expertise developing Mechanical and Material Handling deliverables such as Piping and Instrument Diagrams (PIDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Equipment Datasheets, Bills of Material (BOMs), and Engineering Work Packages (EWPs)

+ Expertise in Material Handling software (Belt Analyst, Ansys Rocky Particle Simulation, or equivalents) including ability to interpret results and develop design recommendations

+ Proficiency developing and contributing to development of scoping documents, P6 schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and estimates

+ Proficiency interfacing with database design software


We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.