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Lead Mechanical Engineer (Piping) - Minerals & Metals

Henderson, Nevada, United States of America | Tempe, Arizona, United States of America

Overview

To support the continued growth of its Plant Engineering – Mining & Metals business, AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Lead Piping Engineer to join its team in Henderson, NV.

The Henderson office supports mining, industrial, and heavy process projects across North America, including concentrators, mineral processing plants, slurry and materials handling systems, utilities, and large‑scale industrial facilities. The group delivers work from early studies through detailed engineering and construction support, working closely with multidisciplinary teams across the U.S. and Canada.

AtkinsRéalis offers a technically rigorous and collaborative environment, emphasizing professional development, technical leadership, and knowledge sharing through strong communities of practice across North America.

Your role

  • Act as Piping Lead on medium to large mining and heavy industrial projects.
  • Oversee and manage the performance of the piping deliverables across projects.
  • Serve as technical authority for piping systems in concentrators, process plants, and industrial facilities.
  • Participate in conceptual, pre‑feasibility, feasibility, FEED, and detailed engineering studies.
  • Support project proposals, assess professional effort and provide clear visibility on progress, performance indicators (CPI, SPI), and ETC for the discipline.
  • Lead and supervise the development of piping engineering deliverables, including:
  • Line lists and material specifications.
  • Piping layouts and 3D models.
  • Isometrics, supports, and details.
  • Calculations and technical reports.
  • Lead the preparation and review of piping design basis, specifications, and material requisitions.
  • Oversee and review piping stress analysis and flexibility studies (thermal, pressure, seismic, wind).
  • Lead the design of:
  • Process, utility, slurry, and services piping systems.
  • Pipe supports and restraints (coordinated with structural).
  • Above‑ground and buried piping systems.
  • Review and validate P&IDs, piping datasheets, valve specifications, and vendor documentation.
  • Perform technical evaluations of vendor bids and supplier proposals.
  • Review and approve piping material take‑offs (MTOs) and contribute to cost estimates.
  • Ensure interdisciplinary coordination with process, mechanical equipment, structural, civil, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.
  • Provide technical guidance, supervision, and mentorship to piping engineers, designers, and drafting staff.
  • Support construction, commissioning, field engineering, and site activities, including resolving site queries and RFIs as required.
  • Ensure compliance with project standards, applicable codes, safety requirements, and quality procedures.
Minerals & metallurgy Engineering

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-155146

Salary range

-

About you

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in the U.S.(Nevada preferred or ability to obtain through reciprocity).
  • 15+ years of relevant experience in piping engineering for industrial and/or mining projects.
  • Strong experience with mining, mineral processing, slurry systems, utilities, and heavy industrial facilities.
  • Proven experience as a Piping Lead/Discipline Lead on multi‑discipline projects.
  • Experience with piping design and analysis software such as:
  • CAESAR II.
  • Plant 3D/PDMS/E3D/S3D.
  • Strong working knowledge of North American piping codes and standards, including:
  • ASME B31 series (B31.3, B31.1, B31.4/31.8 as applicable).
  • ASME Section VIII interfaces.
  • API, ANSI, ASTM.
  • Solid understanding of constructability, operability, and maintenance considerations.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to interface effectively with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior staff.
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken).
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

Expected compensation range is between $140,000 - $188,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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