Key skills
Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Design for Mining and Mineral Processing FacilitiesEPC/EPCM Project EnvironmentsMechanical Systems for Mineral Processing FacilitiesCrushing EquipmentGrinding EquipmentScreening EquipmentMaterials Handling SystemsConveying SystemsPumpsPipingMechanical ServicesBulk Solids HandlingPlant LayoutsMechanical IntegrationEquipment InstallationEquipment CommissioningEquipment TroubleshootingPackage ManagementProcurementProject DeliverySite SupportLeadershipMentoringCommunication
About this role
Primero is offering a rare expat opportunity for an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer who is ready to take their career global and play a key role in growing their North American business. In this influential role, you will act as a technical expert, contributing to complex engineering and design while also engaging in strategic growth and mentoring.
Responsibilities:
- Act as the technical expert for mechanical engineering across North American projects
- Lead and review mechanical design deliverables across scoping, pre-feasibility, feasibility, and detailed engineering phases
- Provide expert input into equipment selection, mechanical layouts, materials handling systems, and plant design
- Lead and review mechanical calculations, specifications, datasheets, equipment lists, and technical reports
- Support procurement activities including equipment package development, vendor evaluations, and technical bid assessments
- Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, procedures, safety, and quality
- Provide project engineering and execution support across mining and minerals projects
- Mentor and coach engineers and designers, supporting team development and capability building
- Contribute to business development, client engagement, and proposal work as required
- Support strategic initiatives including long-term asset optimization, project risk reviews, and growth planning
Requirements:
- Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
- 15+ years' experience across engineering, project delivery, and/or site support
- Strong background in mechanical design for mining and mineral processing facilities
- Proven capability operating at Principal / Technical Expert level
- Experience within EPC/EPCM project environments
- Experience supporting procurement, vendor management, and site execution
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills
- High standards for HSE, quality, and technical excellence
- Comfortable working in a fast-growing, evolving organisation
- Excellent communication skills required