Role Overview
EXP is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer- Independent Contractor. This is a contract role in CA. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Job Description
Senior Mechanical Engineer- Independent Contractor
St. Johns, NL, Brampton, Sudbury, or North Bay, ON
At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.
Are you ready to design your future?
Be our next Senior Mechanical Engineer-Independent Contractor!
Your work environment at EXP
In this role, you will be a part of the Mining team, based in the St. Johns, NL, Brampton, Sudbury, or North Bay, ON.
What a day at EXP has in store for you
- Ability to work and communicate positively within a team.
- Understanding of project mission, including Client requirements.
- Ability to read, understand, and comment on manufacturer equipment drawings and specifications.
- Checking of 3D models.
- Checking of 3D models and drawings developed by others.
- Troubleshoot, analyze, identify, evaluate, propose engineering solutions.
- Establish continuous improvement plans where efficiency, quality, safety, or service can be improved.
- Responsible for managing budgets, schedule and deliverables related to the layout.
- Provide mentorship and supervision to the design team.
- Provide support to our systems and tools including the Bentley Suite of software (OpenPlant Modeler, OpenPlant P&ID, etc.).
- Provide regular feedback to the Overall Mechanical Engineering Lead on progress with the preparation of deliverables.
- Ability to engage and coordinate the design with client representatives.
- Participate and assist in proposal preparations.
- Become familiar with EXP standards.
What Your Experience Looks Like
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) within the province is mandatory.
- 20 years relevant experience with engineering/design deliverables in an industrial setting. Experience in consulting engineering is preferred.
- Design experience, preferably in the consulting industry, (preference will be given to those candidates with experience in Mineral Mining projects).
- Experience with the design registration of power piping systems with the safety authority.
- Experience with Section VIII, Div 1 pressure vessel design modifications and pressure vessel alterations with the safety authority.
- Experience with ASME B31.3 and B31.1 piping codes, National Board, API 650, ASME Section VIII Div 1, NFPA codes, CSA Z662 and CSA Z276 is desired
- Knowledge of mining and bulk material handling (crushing, grinding, screening, conveying, flotation and tailings).
- Knowledge of piping design and process equipment (PE piping, slurry hydraulics, tanks, pumps, and pipe stress).
- Organized, self-motivated, pro-active, detail-oriented, and have good communication skills.
- Sound understanding of design, engineering codes and technical standards.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.) products.
- AutoCAD and/or MicroStation experience required.
- Extensive knowledge in engineering standards, codes and guidelines and engineering systems coordination.
- Knowledge of mining-related processes a definite asset.
- Ability to work and communicate positively within a team.
- Ability to function with minimal supervision.
- Experience with Greenfield and Brownfield interfaces, including constructability experience.
- Must be a team player and can work collaboratively with others.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and critical-thinking.
- Willing and able to travel for short durations to various global project offices or site is considered an asset.
This job posting is for an existing position vacancy within our organization.
The hourly range for this role is between $100 - $150. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location.
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EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: hrsupport@exp.com .
About Us
Our story
With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments.
Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.
What Makes Us Different
The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.
Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com .
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Mechanical Engineer- Independent Contractor position at EXP?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to EXP. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Mechanical Engineer- Independent Contractor position at EXP located?
This position is based in CA. EXP has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Mechanical Engineer- Independent Contractor at EXP earn?
EXP has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Mechanical Engineer- Independent Contractor role at EXP posted?
This role was posted on April 8, 2026 (66 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Mechanical Engineer- Independent Contractor role at EXP require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. EXP lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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