Project Mechanical Engineer

AECOM

Professional Engineer with a Mechanical Engineering background supporting mining projects execution and planning phases. Working in Denver, Colorado for AECOM, delivering innovative solutions for infrastructure.

Posted 6/16/2026full-timeRemote • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $145,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead mechanical design and analysis for mining and heavy industrial projects, including piping systems, pumps, tanks, and process equipment.
Develop and review engineering calculations, including equipment sizing, pipe stress analysis, and system design in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
Support early-stage project development through conceptual design, including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment selection, and facility layouts.
Prepare and review technical deliverables such as reports, specifications, and design packages to ensure quality and accuracy.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical systems into overall project design.
Perform quality control reviews of calculations, drawings, and technical documents.
Support procurement activities, including vendor engagement, bid evaluations, and review of shop drawings.
Contribute to project planning by supporting cost estimates, schedules, and technical work planning.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and support staff.
Support construction activities through design clarifications, RFI responses, and field coordination as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience
Professional Engineer (PE) Certification
Valid U.S. Driver’s License
8+ years or more of relevant industry experience (preferred)
PE in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Arizona, or the ability to acquire a PE in any of these States within 6 months (preferred)
On-site field experience in commissioning and start-ups for pump stations (preferred)
Demonstrated progressive experience in mechanical pipe stress modeling using industry standard software programs in conformance with codes and standards as well as project requirements (preferred)
Demonstrated progressive experience in mechanical engineering systems for pump and piping design, modeling, and construction documentation (preferred)
Demonstrated progressive project experience including task leadership on design-bid-build projects (preferred)
Demonstrated progressive experience in collaborating with CAD designers to produce construction-level drawings (preferred)
Demonstrated progressive experience as a technical resource to serve as technical reviewer and advisor for mechanical pumping and piping systems with strong written and oral communication and people management skills (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
life
AD&D
disability benefits
paid time off
leaves of absences
voluntary benefits
perks
flexible work options
well-being resources
employee assistance program
business travel insurance
service recognition awards
retirement savings plan
employee stock purchase plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

mechanical designengineering calculationspipe stress analysissystem designconceptual designequipment selectionquality controlmechanical pipe stress modelingmechanical engineering systemsconstruction documentation

Soft Skills

technical guidancementorshipcollaborationcommunicationpeople management

Certifications

Professional Engineer (PE) CertificationBA/BS degree