Mechanical Designer

Sedgman is currently recruiting for a Lead Mechanical Designer, with hands-on experience on projects ranging from conceptual design to detailed engineering. This person will be based out of our Vancouver office. The ideal incumbent will be a plant layout specialist who can develop cohesive facility designs that balance operational efficiency, constructability, maintainability and safety.

The Lead Mechanical Designer works on a diverse array of projects across the Mineral Processing industry. You'll be involved in the entire design process, from concept to detailed design, with a clear focus on Plant Layout expertise. 

Come join a growing business and a winning team! 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of designers to deliver detailed design of equipment and plant layouts from sketches or specification outlines in the mechanical field under direction of engineers 

• Create 3D designs from complex, multidiscipline engineering concepts.

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, offering guidance on complex design challenges, modelling standards, and best practices.

• Conduct and lead design reviews, proactively identifying risks, resolving technical issues, and ensuring compliance with project specifications, relevant standards, and client requirements.

• Comply with the Change Management process for engineering design

• Prepare drawings of designs relating to plant, equipment, services or other facilities or structures. 

• Participate in the development and continuous improvement of the Quality management process and system. 

• Ensure engineering designs follow the standard Sedgman design workflows, systems and procedures

• Focus on meeting expectations for schedule, quality and client satisfaction 

• Check drafting deliverables for accuracy, completeness and adherence to design specifications & intent.

• Apply attention and diligence to uphold quality standards, and client requirements, to complete tasks efficiently.

About You

• Associate Diploma in CAD / Associate Degree in Engineering or equivalent. 

• Must have 10+ years industry experience in a design / consultancy environment, with minimum 3 years supporting mining or mineral processing projects. 

• Proven experience developing and coordinating full plant layouts for mining and mineral processing facilities

• Strong understanding of equipment arrangement, access requirements, material flow, maintenance considerations and operational efficiency.