Senior Mechanical Process Engineer

Morrison-Maierle
Boise, ID
On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at senior mechanical process engineers with leadership experience who can manage complex mining and industrial projects.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with proven leadership in industrial and mining process engineering projects
    — “Lead complex mining, industrial, and process engineering projects”
  • Individuals who have experience mentoring and managing direct report staff
    — “Manage, mentor, and lead direct report staff”
  • Engineers with a strong background in designing mechanical systems and process flow diagrams
    — “Create new process flow diagrams, block diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a valid driver’s license and insurable record for periodic travel
    — “Valid driver’s license and insurable record for periodic travel”
  • A PE license is mandatory, and the candidate must be able to obtain it within a defined timeframe
    — “Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain licensure within a defined timeframe”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience in managing multiple projects and delivering on time and within budget
    — “Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk across multiple concurrent projects”
  • Emphasize your technical expertise in mechanical process engineering and equipment sizing
    — “Design processes for throughput, sizing mechanical equipment, and piped systems”
  • Showcase your client relationship-building and business development experience
    — “Support business development activities for the Industrial Market sector”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • successful project completion
  • client relationship management
  • business development
Typical background
mechanical engineeringprocess engineering

Skills & requirements

Required

Mechanical Process EngineeringProject ManagementProcess OptimizationEquipment DesignProject Leadership

Preferred

Mining EngineeringIndustrial Water TreatmentOil And Gas Projects

Stack & domain

MiningIndustrial Water TreatmentOil And GasProcess EngineeringLeadershipProject ManagementConsultingEngineeringIndustrial

About the role

Original posting from Morrison-Maierle via Greenhouse

ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS

Morrison-Maierle is a 100% employee-owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we deliver reliable, high-quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.

Position: Senior Mechanical Process Engineer - Mining 

Job status: Exempt-salaried

Location: Boise, ID

(Relocation assistance provided)

Lead complex mining, industrial, and process engineering projects while deepening your impact as a trusted project manager for mining clients.

THE ROLE

The Senior Mechanical Process Engineer will be responsible for consulting with clients on process optimization needs and designing process improvements as they relate to mining, industrial water treatment, and oil and gas projects. The ideal person will have a depth of technical process engineering experience and project leadership. These responsibilities include:

Consult with the client on process optimization needs and understand the client's vision.

Design processes for throughput, sizing mechanical equipment, and piped systems.

Lead project teams to see the successful completion of the project.

Manage, mentor, and lead direct report staff.

Create new process flow diagrams, block diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, and sizing specific equipment for the project.

Draft technical specification sections, equipment lists, and procurement support documents for the projects.

Develop capital and operating expense estimates.

Manage projects in accordance with Morrison-Maierle standards and client expectations.

Establish, maintain, and enhance client relationships.

Support business development activities for the Industrial Market sector.

Direct CAD personnel on drawing development.

Advise clients on best practices for infrastructure development and operations.

TOTAL REWARDS

As an employee-owned firm, we offer a total rewards package designed to support your health, growth, and long-term financial success—while ensuring you share in the value you help create.

$115,000 to $165,000 base pay (Compensation for this role is based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location) 

Annual bonuses because your contributions matter

Ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% company-paid ownership contributions

90% company paid shared health plan premiums

Paid time off in year one for the things you love to do

Paid parental leave and volunteer time off

Six paid company holidays

Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life

401(k) matching program

AD&D Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance paid by the company

Flexible work schedule arrangements

Our longstanding and trusted engineering legacy has helped ensure safety, security, and growth for our employee-owners. Our people-first culture and collaborative team are what drive our success as a top 500 engineering firm and have earned us a spot on Zweig's list of “Best Places to Work.” Join our Industrial Group as a Senior Process Leader and be part of a legacy that builds better futures.

 “As employee-owners, we don’t just work here, we grow here. Together, we take on challenging projects, support one another, and create opportunities to thrive. Our culture empowers every team member to find success—professionally and financially—while building something greater than themselves.” – Arian Bloomfield, President/CEO 

YOUR STRENGTHS

Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain licensure within a defined timeframe

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus, but not required

Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, mining, or petroleum engineering or equivalent ABET-accredited engineering program.

Progressive experience in mechanical process engineering in mining, oil and gas, water, or wastewater design projects with demonstrated growth in technical and leadership responsibility.

Advanced working knowledge of mechanical process engineering principles and calculations.

Proven ability to manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk across multiple concurrent projects.

Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and working with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Demonstrated success in delivering projects on time, within budget, and with strong quality outcomes.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for client presentations, technical reporting, and team coordination.

Strong problem-solving skills, sound engineering judgment, and ability to make informed decisions under pressure.

Client‑service mindset and ability to build, maintain, and grow long-term client relationships.

Interest in practice development, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Valid driver’s license and insurable record for periodic travel.

Deepen your career in industrial engineering leadership with a team that values employee-ownership, technical excellence, and long-term growth.

WHO WE ARE

At Morrison-Maierle, we’re more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists—we’re community builders. Founded in 1945, we're a 100% employee-owned, Engineering News-Record Top 500 firm driven by a passion for innovative solutions that improve lives across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We are rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and commitment. Joining our team means becoming part of a purpose-driven legacy committed to building a better future.

Morrison-Maierle is not accepting third-party or recruitment agency solicitation requests. 

Morrison-Maierle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  

Source: Morrison-Maierle careers (Greenhouse)

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