Principal Mechanical Engineer, Material Handling Lead Company: Worley Location: Oakville, Ontario Job Type: Full-time Employment: Employee Job Purpose Lead the design, development, and implementation of material handling systems for mining, metals, and minerals (MMM) processing operations. Oversee an engineering team, optimize bulk material handling processes, provide technical decision‑making, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Report to the Manager, Mechanical and Piping Engineering Department. Responsibilities Lead material handling engineering project team from concept to completion and provide expert guidance on equipment selection, system integration, and operational efficiency. System design and engineering of material handling systems, including conveyors, feeders, stockpiles, and bulk storage solutions. Evaluate and select appropriate material handling equipment for mining, metal and mineral processing operations. Ensure all designs meet industry regulations, environmental standards, and safety protocols. Deliver mechanical engineering services that meet Worley, its customers and applicable statutory and regulatory specifications, on time and within budget. Contribute to studies and projects. Preparation of technical specifications, data sheets and vendor drawing and data requirements (VDDR) for mechanical equipment. Perform technical bid evaluations leading to a recommendation and ultimate purchase of the equipment. Perform complex engineering calculations with regards to material handling equipment and systems. Liaise where needed with the supplier in the purchase of equipment. Maintain familiarity with applicable codes and standards. Review shop drawings and attend inspections as required. Prepare project scope of work, planning and support RFQ’s (Requests for Quotation). Identify and report changes to study / project scope. Keep up‑to‑date with the latest developments and technical innovations in mechanical engineering. Provide guidance, mentorship, and technical oversight to junior engineers and design teams. Participate in regulatory audits, client meetings, and quality assurance activities. Participate in risk assessments, design reviews, and constructability evaluations. Collaborate with project teams across multiple Worley offices, including teams in different time zones. Occasional work outside standard hours may be required. Conduct occasional field walk‑downs in operating plants and construction sites to support project activities. This may require short‑duration land or air travel to other cities and countries for site visits and project coordination. What You Will Bring Self‑motivated with long‑term growth opportunities. Extensive experience in bulk material handling within the mining and mineral industry. Strong knowledge of conveyor systems, crushing stations, and stockpile management. Proficiency in CAD software and engineering tools. Ability to prioritize work to meet tight deadlines. Experience working with other disciplines, understanding engineering sequence, workflow and working with the customer on design reviews. Working knowledge of all relevant standards. Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills in high‑stakes, regulated environments. Education – Qualifications, Accreditation, Training Required: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ years of relevant MMM experience. Registered with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.). Candidate must be eligible to work in Canada. For applicants based in the province of Ontario, the salary range is $148,643 to $198,643 CAD. The variation in salary is determined by factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role. Worley is committed to providing a fair and equitable hiring process for all applicants. As part of this commitment, Worley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If you require any accommodations or assistance, please contact us at #J-18808-Ljbffr