Lead Mechanical Engineer (Piping)

1w1 week ago

SNC-Lavalin

Henderson, US · Full-time · $140,000 – $188,000

About this role

To support the continued growth of its Plant Engineering – Mining & Metals business, AtkinsRéalis seeks an experienced Lead Piping Engineer. The Henderson office supports mining, industrial, and heavy process projects across North America, including concentrators, mineral processing plants, slurry and materials handling systems, utilities, and large-scale industrial facilities.

Act as Piping Lead on medium to large mining and heavy industrial projects. Oversee and manage the performance of piping deliverables across projects. Serve as technical authority for piping systems in concentrators, process plants, and industrial facilities.

Participate in conceptual, pre-feasibility, feasibility, FEED, and detailed engineering studies. Lead the development of piping engineering deliverables, including line lists, material specifications, piping layouts, 3D models, isometrics, supports, calculations, and technical reports. Oversee piping stress analysis and flexibility studies for thermal, pressure, seismic, and wind loads.

Ensure interdisciplinary coordination with process, mechanical equipment, structural, civil, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines. Provide technical guidance, supervision, and mentorship to piping engineers, designers, and drafting staff. AtkinsRéalis offers a technically rigorous and collaborative environment emphasizing professional development, technical leadership, and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
Professional Engineer (PE) license in the U.S. (Nevada preferred or ability to obtain through reciprocity)
15+ years of relevant experience in piping engineering for industrial and/or mining projects
Strong experience with mining, mineral processing, slurry systems, utilities, and heavy industrial facilities
Proven experience as a Piping Lead/Discipline Lead on multi-discipline projects
Experience with piping design and analysis software such as CAESAR II, Plant 3D/PDMS/E3D/S3D
Strong working knowledge of North American piping codes and standards, including ASME B31 series (B31.3, B31.1, B31.4/31.8), ASME Section VIII interfaces, API, ANSI, ASTM
Solid understanding of constructability, operability, and maintenance

Responsibilities

Act as Piping Lead on medium to large mining and heavy industrial projects
Oversee and manage the performance of the piping deliverables across projects
Serve as technical authority for piping systems in concentrators, process plants, and industrial facilities
Lead the development of piping engineering deliverables, including line lists, piping layouts, 3D models, isometrics, supports, calculations, and technical reports
Lead the preparation and review of piping design basis, specifications, and material requisitions
Oversee and review piping stress analysis and flexibility studies (thermal, pressure, seismic, wind)
Ensure interdisciplinary coordination with process, mechanical equipment, structural, civil, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines
Provide technical guidance, supervision, and mentorship to piping engineers, designers, and drafting staff