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Mechanical Engineer

WSP USA
Full-time
On-site
Tucson, Arizona, United States
Description

WSP has an exciting career opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Tucson, AZ.  This individual will have the opportunity to be involved in projects with our Earth & Environment Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

What if you can do your most meaningful work shaping our future? With us you can.  Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow?  We encourage you to apply for this opportunity.  We are dedicated to providing the atmosphere to allow individuals to grow their career.  We’d love you to join our team of friendly, hard-working, dedicated and collaborative professionals.  Our ideal candidate is seeking challenging work and is committed to quality.

Your Impact

  • Will work under the guidance and mentorship of Senior Engineers working closely with various Earth & Environment Team staff in the design of mechanical and pipeline systems across the mining industry, including complex multi-discipline engineering projects and field engineering services
  • Review and develop technical calculations, engineering designs, equipment sizing, data sheets, specifications, and P&IDs.
  • Provide engineering support to mechanical and pipeline studies, including design of mine process plant systems, pump stations, mechanical systems and associated facilities.
  • Coordinate between different engineering disciplines to ensure the effective implementation of the system designs.
  • Support project funding documents such as cost estimates, equipment bid summaries and authorization requests
  • Assist in field project coordination, engineering services and troubleshooting with direct client interface under the supervision of senior engineer
  • Assist with writing and/or reviewing technical reports
  • Support proposals in response to client request for proposal
  • Work with cross-functional teams in executing project work.
  • Complete training on assigned tasks.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
  • Will travel to project sites primarily in Arizona.  Approximately 10% overnight travel.

Who You Are
Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 1 to 3 years years experience working in the mining sector, heavy industry or similar
  • Familiarity with mechanical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to project work-related issues. 
  • Experience with discipline-specific design software, including AutoCAD
  • Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions. 
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
  • Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives.
  • Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, software, technology, math principles, predictive models, spreadsheets, and tools.
  • Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
  • Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
  • Ability and willingness to travel to project sites primarily in Arizona.  Approximately 10% overnight travel.
  • Must pass background check

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Engineer in Training Certification.
  • Good problem solver with ability to identify alternative solutions.