What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Professional Engineer, Mechanical - Manufacturing & Heavy Industrial position at TKDA?
Our employee‑owned, integrated team of engineering and design professionals is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical design for heavy industrial projects, including mining and production facilities.
This role is focused on technical leadership - guiding complex mechanical design efforts, collaborating across disciplines, and mentoring developing engineers. Project management experience is valued but not required.
\n- Lead mechanical design for industrial facilities, including mining and production operations
- Serve as a technical leader and client partner, building strong relationships and supporting project success from concept through construction
- Design and oversee systems including:
- Industrial ventilation and dust collection
- Process piping, pumping, and plumbing
- Balance-of-plant and material handling support systems
- Scope project requirements, verify calculations, and validate equipment selection
- Prepare and review drawings, specifications, and technical reports
- Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, and architectural teams
- Mentor and support early‑career engineers
- Support construction administration and site visits as needed
- Contribute to project coordination, client interactions, or proposals
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration required
- 8 years of mechanical design experience in heavy industrial or mining environments
- Strong experience leading design efforts and mentoring junior engineers
- Experience leading technical design efforts across disciplines
- Strong communication skills and interest in mentoring others
- Ability to travel occasionally (generally up to ~20%).
- Valid driver's license
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and/or Plant 3D preferred
- Previous design experience in mining or industrial facilities
Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm
At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430 professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.
Comprehensive Benefits
Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year
Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.
TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements. TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.
*Pre-Employment Screening*
Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.
*Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies*
TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.
Salary : $97,000 - $153,500