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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Industrial / Mining
TKDA
Posted about 1 month ago
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.
- Lead mechanical design for industrial facilities, including mining and production operations
- 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
Job details
TKDA
Civil Engineering
About
Established in 1910, TKDA is a 100 percent employee-owned company of engineers, architects, planners, and specialized experts. We solve client challenges across the industrial and manufacturing, transportation, building and sites, and water markets. Our multi-disciplined teams form a strong firm, cohesive enough to draw on each other’s strengths and versatile enough to adapt to changing business climates. We are committed to improving communities, helping businesses and industries grow, and building long-term client relationships. With offices in Chicago, Duluth, Milwaukee, Minneapolis/St. Paul, San Bernardino, and Seattle, we work with clients from border to border and coast to coast.
Company Details
Key Team Members

Craig W. Bursch, PE (MN) F. ASCE

Dan Munn P.E., S.E.

Shane R. Eckman

Karen Scheffing
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