Job Description

Principal Mechanical Engineer – Expat Opportunity (Canada/USA)

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Principal Mechanical Engineer – Expat Opportunity (Canada/USA)

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1272038

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Canada

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Principal Mechanical Engineer – Expat Opportunity (Canada/USA)

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Location options: Montreal (QC), Toronto (ON), Vancouver (BC) or United States

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Type: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week)

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Relocation / Expat Support Available

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Build Something Bigger - Take Your Expertise Global

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Primero is offering a rare expat opportunity for an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer Engineer who is ready to take their career global and play a key role in growing our North American business.

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Founded in Australia in 2011, Primero has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality EPC/EPCM solutions across the minerals processing sector. Over the past decade, we have successfully expanded into Canada and the United States, with established offices in Montreal, Houston, and Toronto, and a growing pipeline of projects across gold, copper, lithium, and critical minerals.

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This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who wants more than just another project role - someone motivated by technical leadership, business growth, and long-term impact.

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The Chance

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As Principal Mechanical Engineer - North America, you will act as a technical expert, helping shape the future of Primero's mechanical engineering capability across the region.

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You will work closely with executive leadership, project teams, and clients, contributing not only to complex engineering and design, but also to strategic growth, mentoring, and business development.

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This is a hands-on,



influential role with visibility and autonomy - well suited to someone who thrives in an evolving, entrepreneurial environment.

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Key Responsibilities:

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- Act as the technical expert for mechanical engineering across North American projects.
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- Lead and review mechanical design deliverables across scoping, pre-feasibility, feasibility, and detailed engineering phases.
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- Provide expert input into equipment selection, mechanical layouts, materials handling systems, and plant design.
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- Lead and review mechanical calculations, specifications, datasheets, equipment lists, and technical reports.
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- Support procurement activities including equipment package development, vendor evaluations, and technical bid assessments.
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- Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, procedures, safety, and quality.
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- Provide project engineering and execution support across mining and minerals projects.
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- Mentor and coach engineers and designers, supporting team development and capability building.
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- Contribute to business development, client engagement, and proposal work as required.
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- Support strategic initiatives including long-term asset optimization, project risk reviews, and growth planning.
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Technical Expertise:

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Strong experience across mechanical systems for mineral processing facilities, including:

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- Crushing, grinding, and screening equipment
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- Materials handling and conveying systems
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- Pumps, piping, and mechanical services
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- Plant layouts and mechanical integration
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- Equipment installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting
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- Vendor coordination and package management
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What we're looking for:

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- Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
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- 15+ years' experience across engineering, project delivery, and/or site support.
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- Strong background in mechanical design for mining and mineral processing facilities.
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- Proven capability operating at Principal / Technical Expert level.
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- Experience within EPC/EPCM project environments.
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- Experience supporting procurement, vendor management, and site execution.
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- Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
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- High standards for HSE, quality, and technical excellence.
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- Comfortable working in a fast-growing, evolving organisation.
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Why this role is different

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- Long term opportunity - not just a project assignment
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- Opportunity to influence strategy and growth across North America.
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- Join an Australian-founded company with strong cultural alignment.
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- Work on international, technically challenging projects.
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- Choice of Canada or USA as your base.
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What we offer

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- Competitive principal-level salary, aligned to experience.
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- Relocation and expat support (details discussed individually).
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- Comprehensive health insurance from day one.
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- Retirement plan with 5% employer matching
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- Supportive, collaborative culture with strong Australian roots
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- Active social culture and emphasis on work-life balance
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📌 Principal Mechanical Engineer - Expat Opportunity (Canada/USA) (New South Wales)
🏢 Primero
📍 New South Wales