Mechanical Engineer

Description

Job Summary: Wood is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in mining project development to design, specify, and coordinate mechanical and piping systems, applying regulatory standards and collaborating cross-functionally. Key Highlights: 1. Significant and interesting projects in the Minerals and Metals sector 2. Flexible work arrangements to balance needs 3. Commitment to continuous professional development Wood is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in mining project development to join the Engineering team for a major ongoing project, supporting its Minerals \& Metals business unit. This opportunity is available in Chile. *All our job offers comply with Law 21\.015, which promotes the inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in the workforce. If you require any reasonable accommodation (e.g., accessibility features, ramps, sign language interpreters, etc.), please let us know in your application.* **The Role** The Mechanical Engineer for Mining Projects prepares engineering documentation to size and specify mechanical and piping systems, possesses knowledge of maintenance (design and planning), and applies client specifications to ongoing projects. The role contributes to standard development, collaborates with engineering teams, and coordinates cross-disciplinary tasks. **Our Clients and Projects** **Designing the future. Transforming the world.** From feasibility studies to execution, Wood’s Minerals and Metals business has helped design and deliver mining projects worldwide for over 60 years. Our world demands advanced and scalable processing of key minerals and metals to meet growing demand for all raw materials. At Wood, we play our part by supporting our global clients with advanced facilities and predictable, safe, and rapid project delivery worldwide—while striving for net zero. **What We Offer** * **Significant and interesting projects** delivered to industry leaders across the Minerals and Metals sectors. * **Flexible work arrangements** that balance client, team, and individual needs. * **Commitment to diversity and inclusion** across our entire organization, supported by employee networks dedicated to amplifying every employee’s voice. * **Flexible benefits package**, customizable to your lifestyle. * **Commitment to continuous professional development**, through personalized development plans aligned with individual needs and interests. * **Global connections with industry-leading experts** worldwide who are shaping the standards of our profession. **Typical Responsibilities** * Support technical engineering development teams on mining projects as a mechanical and piping engineer. * Develop technical documentation related to mechanical and piping systems. * Coordinate and review mechanical layouts for mining projects. * Perform calculations associated with the design of mechanical and piping systems. * Facilitate cross-disciplinary coordination. * Review vendor engineering deliverables, including critical analysis and operational and maintainability insights. **What Makes You Extraordinary?** At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunity and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don’t meet every requirement listed below—but feel you have some of the relevant experience, knowledge, or skills needed for this role—we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges. * Professional degree in Civil Mechanical Engineering. * Minimum 10 years’ experience in engineering project development related to mining. * Experience in underground mining projects and design of mechanical systems for material handling (grinding, transport, storage, etc.). * Skills in management, negotiation, and interaction with clients and contractors. * Mature professional judgment in designing practical and cost-effective solutions. * Ability to solve problems requiring application of research data from one’s own discipline and related disciplines. * Proficient use of MS Office software. * Work authorization in Chile. Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.com **Diversity Statement**We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non\-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.