Chief Project Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 7, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 18, 2026. Metso scores A on the Alion truth index.
Our world depends on rocks, minerals, metals and other raw materials - the building blocks of modern society. As an industry leader, Metso helps transform these essential materials to enable sustainable modern life.
Our solutions and services support everything from renewable energy and electrification to the infrastructure and digital economy shaping our future. Together, we help our customers meet growing demand while driving the industry toward a more sustainable use of the earth’s natural resources.
Join nearly 18,000 Metsonites worldwide, each bringing unique expertise and experience to positive change. At Metso, you’re supported by a growth culture built on safety, wellbeing, inclusion and collaboration.
This is your opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.
Job posting end date: 11/20/2026
Introduction
We are looking for a Chief Project Engineer - Bulk Materials Handling to join our Engineering, Bulk Materials Handling (BMH) team. In this role, you will serve as the technical authority responsible for delivering engineered solutions across upgrade, retrofit, and greenfield BMH projects, ensuring safe, compliant, and high-performing system designs that meet customer and project requirements. You will report to the Director of Engineering, BMH.
This role is based in Pittsburgh, PA.
This role includes approximately 20% travel, including domestic and international travel as required.
Team you will belong to
You will join a team of engineering professionals focused on bulk materials handling systems, including conveyors, feeders, and heavy industrial equipment. Our team plays a key role in delivering engineered solutions that support customer operations and drive project success, with a shared focus on safety, performance, and continuous improvement.
We collaborate closely with product engineering, project management, manufacturing, supply chain, and field service teams, as well as customers and suppliers.
Our team is based in Pittsburgh and our ways of working emphasize collaboration, accountability, continuous learning, and technical excellence.
What you’ll do
- Lead engineering delivery for bulk materials handling projects, taking ownership of technical decisions, performance, and compliance with standards and specifications
- Develop and execute engineering strategies from concept through project completion, including defining milestones and deliverables
- Perform and review engineering calculations for equipment sizing, load conditions, structural integrity, and material flow performance
- Define system requirements, interfaces, and operational parameters across mechanical and structural disciplines
- Provide design oversight for 3D models, layouts, fabrication drawings, and bills of materials, ensuring integration of safety, operability, and maintenance access
- Lead design reviews, risk assessments, constructability evaluations, and readiness-for-release reviews
- Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, and field teams to support project execution, installation, and commissioning
- Mentor engineers and designers while promoting engineering standards, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field
- 10-12+ years of experience in bulk materials handling, mining, or heavy industrial equipment engineering
- Proven experience leading engineering scopes from concept through commissioning
- Strong knowledge of BMH systems such as conveyors, feeders, chutes, and large welded fabrications
- Proficiency in mechanical and/or structural calculations, including hand calculations, spreadsheets, or FEA
- Experience with 3D CAD tools (preferably Inventor), PLM/Vault systems, and ERP platforms
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts and collaborate across global teams
- Ability to manage technical delivery while maintaining schedule and budget alignment
Nice to have:
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure
- Experience in OEM environments
- Familiarity with industry standards such as ISO, CEMA, AISC, AWS, ASME
- Field experience supporting installation, commissioning, or performance testing
What’s in it for you
At Metso, you will combine meaningful work with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact in a collaborative and inclusive environment.
We support your growth and wellbeing by offering:
- Purpose-led work contributing to sustainable industrial solutions
- Wellbeing programs and support services
- Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
- Flexible working options
- Learning and development opportunities, mentoring, and internal mobility
- A collaborative, inclusive culture focused on safety and continuous improvement
When joining Metso in United States, you can also benefit from:
- Competitive benefits plan
- Healthy living rewards
- Mental wellbeing services
- Annual leave starting at 15 days per calendar year
- Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets
Get in touch
Want to rise above the possible with us? Click “Apply now” to submit your application.
For more information, please contactLexi Keener at [email protected]
We review applications on an ongoing basis and may begin interviews before the application deadline.
Metso is committed to pay equity and transparent reward practices globally. Compensation information is shared in line with local legislation and applicable recruitment practices.
How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people
Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.