Mechanical Engineering Manager, Evansville, IN
About the role
The Mechanical Engineering Manager position requires on-site work in Evansville, Indiana, Monday through Friday. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates relocating for this position. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a high-performing team of mechanical engineers and designers.
- Oversee all mechanical engineering and design activities across three operational divisions: Heavy Civil Tunneling, Mine Development, and OEM Equipment Manufacturing (FKC-Lake Shore).
- Drive innovation in mechanical systems design, including hoisting systems, material handling, shaft sinking equipment, and custom tunneling components.
- Manage project engineering schedules, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring mechanical systems meet cost, performance, and reliability targets.
- Serve as the primary technical liaison between internal stakeholders, clients, vendors, and regulatory authorities for all mechanical engineering matters.
- Direct and coordinate design integration across mechanical, structural, and electrical disciplines to ensure efficient system performance and constructability.
- Implement and improve engineering standards, manufacturing practices, and quality processes to enhance safety, productivity, and equipment lifecycle.
- Mentor mechanical engineers and designers, fostering technical growth, innovation, and continuous improvement within the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Minimum 15 years of progressive mechanical engineering experience.
- Minimum 10 years in engineering leadership and/or operations management, with demonstrated success leading cross-functional mechanical teams.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
- Proven expertise in mechanical systems design, equipment manufacturing, and integration for large-scale construction or industrial applications.
- Strong understanding of fabrication methods, hydraulic and electrical interface systems, and mechanical analysis (FEA, stress, fatigue, etc.).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Advanced analytical and computer skills, including proficiency with CAD and mechanical design tools.
Qualifications
Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Advanced Analytical Skills
- Computer Skills (CAD, Mechanical Design Tools)
- Expertise in Mechanical Systems Design
- Experience in Large-Scale Construction or Industrial Applications
- Understanding of Fabrication Methods, Hydraulic and Electrical Interface Systems, and Mechanical Analysis
Benefits
Details not specified.
Pay
Details not specified.
Schedule
On-site, Monday through Friday.
Frontier-Kemper, a Tutor Perini Company
Excellence in Underground and Heavy Civil Construction
FKC-Lake Shore division provides design/build/install services for innovative Hoisting and Vertical Conveyance Systems.
Notable projects include The Purple Line Extensions section 3 in Los Angeles, Water Tunnel number 3 in New York City, Eagle Mountain Gas Pipeline and Kemano T2 tunneling projects in British Columbia, Canada, the Inter-Quarry Tunnel in Leesburg, VA and the Century Mine in Volga, WV.
Our mission is to build critical infrastructure that creates a better world. Our vision is to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.
We build extraordinary projects, which need exceptional talent. Join us, to help build the critical infrastructure that creates a better world.
Equal Opportunity Employer