Principal Mechanical Engineer – Expat Opportunity (Canada/USA)

Principal Mechanical Engineer – Expat Opportunity (Canada/USA) Expat opportunity : North America (Canada / USA) Location options : Montreal (QC), Toronto (ON), Vancouver (BC) or United States Type : Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week) Relocation / Expat Support Available Build Something Bigger — Take Your Expertise Global Primero is offering a rare expat opportunity for an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer Engineer who is ready to take their career global and play a key role in growing our North American business.

Founded in Australia in 2011, Primero has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality EPC/EPCM solutions across the minerals processing sector. Over the past decade, we have successfully expanded into Canada and the United States, with established offices in Montreal, Houston, and Toronto, and a growing pipeline of projects across gold, copper, lithium, and critical minerals.

This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who wants more than just another project role — someone motivated by technical leadership, business growth, and long-term impact. The Opportunity As Principal Mechanical Engineer – North America, you will act as a technical expert, helping shape the future of Primero’s mechanical engineering capability across the region.

You will work closely with executive leadership, project teams, and clients, contributing not only to complex engineering and design, but also to strategic growth, mentoring, and business development. This is a hands-on, influential role with visibility and autonomy — well suited to someone who thrives in an evolving, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the technical expert for mechanical engineering across North American projects. Lead and review mechanical design deliverables across scoping, pre-feasibility, feasibility, and detailed engineering phases. Provide expert input into equipment selection, mechanical layouts, materials handling systems, and plant design.

Lead and review mechanical calculations, specifications, datasheets, equipment lists, and technical reports. Support procurement activities including equipment package development, vendor evaluations, and technical bid assessments. Drive continuous improvement across engineering standards, procedures, safety, and quality.

Provide project engineering and execution support across mining and minerals projects. Mentor and coach engineers and designers, supporting team development and capability building. Contribute to business development, client engagement, and proposal work as required. Support strategic initiatives including long-term asset optimization, project risk reviews, and growth planning.