If you’re like us, you don’t have much time for the way things are.

Ausenco is a global company redefining what’s possible. Our team is based across 22 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide. Combining our deep technical expertise with a 30-year track record, we deliver innovative, value-add consulting studies, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions to the mining & metals, oil & gas, and industrial sectors.

Join our team and be part of an exciting execution-phase project in the North American mining industry. You'll play a key role in critical project phases, from Basic Engineering and Detailed Engineering to Construction, gaining hands-on experience across a variety of commodities. This is your opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

We are currently seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Lead Piping Engineer to join our team.

About the role

• Deliver Piping engineering design according to required timeframes and standards by supervising the performance of Piping engineers, reviewing deliverables and providing high level technical expertise.
• Coordinate resources in different Ausenco (and sub-consultant) offices in different time zones.
• Perform and verify hydraulic calculations for pumped and gravity flow systems.
• Facilitate the purchase of appropriate equipment, contract packages and bulks by specifying requirements and assisting Procurement with the purchase of equipment.
• Contribute to the cost-efficient delivery of Piping engineering by managing the man hour budget and reviewing and approving Piping capital cost estimates, recommending alternative approaches where possible.
• Evaluate tenders from a technical standpoint by applying multi-disciplinary knowledge and experience.
• Issue drawings and other relevant information for construction by working with Engineers and Designers.

• Guide designers in best practice for piping layout, and participation multidiscipline layout reviews.
• Develop piping and valve material standards and engineering specifications.
• Input, review and incorporate vendor data to produce IFC level P&ID’s.
• Produce purchasing documents including datasheets, scopes of work, MTO’s and lists for procurement of bulk pipe, fitting and valves.

• Facilitate the purchase of bulk pipe, fitting and valves by creating data sheets, scopes or work, technical specifications, MTOs and lists, evaluating and conforming multiple tenderers, and assisting procurement with the purchase of the materials.
• Motivate engineers and other project team members towards superior performance by supporting daily performance and providing ongoing mentoring and training.

About you

• Undergraduate Degree in Mechanical / Piping Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years piping design engineering experience in a relevant industry, e.g. mining, mineral processing.
• Ability to resolve most technical issues in an efficient manner utilizing personal knowledge, external consultants and in-house experience.
• Knowledge of multi-discipline engineering.
• Experience with SmartPlant is considered an advantage.
• Ability to lead with prior experience leading Piping project teams.
• Commitment to mentoring and coaching of personnel.
• Ability to complete performance reviews on study and project personnel.
• Proven ability to manage, motivate and influence employees at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Well-developed written and oral skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks for the design team and manage time effectively.

We’re committed to a fair and human hiring process. All applications are reviewed by a member of our team and are not automatically screened or rejected by AI.

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. Beyond a competitive remuneration package we offer:  

Career advancement - Embark on a journey of continuous growth through technical training, mentorship initiatives, and networking opportunities.  

Work Life Balance – Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model, allowing you to balance office days with working from home; and progressive parental leave benefits to foster family needs and professional life. 

Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access to confidential counselling, information services and a benefits program that supports your health & wellness. 

Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable industry leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition. 

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation. 

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Salary range: $140,000 - $170,000 annually

Expected Salary: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as qualifications, relevant years of experience, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role. 

Join us and work a better way.

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