Senior Professional Engineer, Mechanical Engineering

TKDA

. Lead mechanical design efforts for complex plant/building systems and site operations for heavy industrial sectors, including mining, mineral processing, aggregate, and metals .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeDuluth • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $105,000 - $148,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical design for heavy industrial systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and process piping, while effectively leading multidisciplinary teams and managing project quality and safety. Proven ability to mentor professionals and engage in business development activities to foster client relationships.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical Design LeadershipProfessional Engineer (PE)HVAC System DesignQuality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC)AutoCAD or Revit MEP

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringProcess Piping DesignVentilation System DesignConstruction DocumentationProject Development ProcessesAir Balance DiagramsProcess Flow DiagramsPiping and Instrument DiagramsEquipment General Arrangement DrawingsPiping/HVAC Plan Drawings

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationMentoringCollaborationBusiness DevelopmentPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS Office SuiteAutoCADRevit MEPPlant 3D

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE)Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Heavy Industrial SectorsMiningMineral ProcessingAggregateMetals

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead mechanical design efforts for complex plant/building systems and site operations for heavy industrial sectors, including mining, mineral processing, aggregate, and metals
Design HVAC, plumbing, processing, ventilation, and process piping systems for heavy industrial facilities
Prepare mechanical plans, specifications, design details, and construction documentation
Lead mechanical and multidisciplinary design teams
Manage technical, quality, financial, and safety aspects from project conception through construction
Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, and Architecture professionals
Mentor and develop less experienced team members
Conduct business development under the Seller-Doer approach
Contribute to marketing plans and cultivate relationships with stakeholders and client representatives
Track prospective opportunities, develop proposals, and deliver capabilities presentations
Participate in client consultations, site inspections, construction management duties, and industry conferences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university in Mechanical Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) with ten or more years of progressive experience designing industrial mechanical systems, including ventilation and process piping
Working knowledge of project development processes and coordination with other disciplines during design and construction
Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to coach, mentor, and develop less experienced professionals
Prior experience leading Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) reviews
Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
Flexibility to travel as needed, up to 10%, with occasional overnight travel
Professional registration in additional states is advantageous
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or Plant 3D is advantageous
Experience creating air balance diagrams, process flow diagrams, piping and instrument diagrams, equipment general arrangement drawings, and piping/HVAC plan drawings is advantageous
Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship
Must complete pre-employment background screening upon acceptance of a conditional offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
Discretionary annual incentive bonuses
Monthly employer HSA contributions for HSA-eligible plans
Employer 401(k) matching
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), funded by company profits
Paid time off based on professional experience
Eight paid holidays per year
Flexible hybrid work arrangements
Team events for remote candidates
Equal opportunity and inclusive work environment