Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 26 offices in 15 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team in the US is growing. We are currently recruiting for a Lead Piping Engineer to join our Minerals & Metals Business line in the Tucson or Denver office, reporting to our Lead Mechanical Engineer. You will play a key role in critical project phases, from Study Phase Engineering and Detailed Engineering and Construction and will bring your experience (and gain experience) across a variety of mining commodities with a large variety of clients.   

This is a full-time position with possible work from home options as per our global telework policy and may require at least three (3) days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned to the Tucson office or Denver office.  Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with function or project leadership. 

About the Role

• Deliver piping engineering design that aligns with project requirements and Ausenco’s engineering standards.
• Perform and verify hydraulic calculations for both pumped and gravity flow systems.
• Guide designers on best practices for piping layout and participate in multidiscipline layout reviews.
• Develop piping and valve material standards and engineering specifications.
• Input, review, and incorporate vendor data to produce IFC level P&IDs.
• Create purchasing documents, including datasheets, scopes of work, MTOs, and procurement lists for bulk pipe, fittings, and valves.
• Facilitate the purchase of materials by evaluating multiple tenderers and assisting procurement.
• Communicate with engineers from other disciplines to ensure designs meet project budgets and schedules.
• Assist with project planning and recommend improvements to the design process.
• Provide technical assistance to designers and review project design drawings in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and relevant client engineering standards.
• Prepare and approve design calculations and manage piping engineering work packages to meet budgets and schedules.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and designers, providing guidance on standards and quality requirements.
• Participate in HAZOP reviews and ensure resolution of piping issues throughout the project lifecycle.
• Promote ethical practices and adhere to Ausenco North America’s corporate safety culture.

About You

• Undergraduate Degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 5 years’ work experience in the U.S. and a P.E. in the state of Arizona or Colorado
• 15+ years’ piping design experience in a relevant industry, e.g. mining, mineral processing, with at least 5 years in copper concentrator design.

• Knowledge of slurry handling and rubber lined pipe design
• Ability to resolve most technical issues in an efficient manner with some guidance.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong analytical skills.
• Extensive experience with ASME B31.3 and associated standards
• Experience with SmartPlant is considered an advantage

Preferred:

• Experience working on large projects in a multidisciplinary environment
• Extensive knowledge of 3D data centric design systems
• Good knowledge of EPC/EPCM engineering management systems
• Strong ability to delegate tasks and promote the effective performance of team members.
• Experience in mentoring piping engineers and piping designers.
• Extensive experience in the use of procedures and workflows in the execution of EPC/EPCM projects as a Piping Engineer.
• Strong client focus and ability to review Client piping specifications for compliance to code.
• Good leadership skills.

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.

Join us and work a better way.

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