Mechanical Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 8, 2026.
Closing Date: November 8, 2026
Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
About Red Dog
Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Team Leader Reliability, the Mechanical Engineer is primarily accountable for providing mechanical engineering support to Red Dog Operations, including engineering expertise, project management and engineering design service.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete assigned work in a professional manner, including necessary measurements, calculations, analyses, interpretations, reporting and recommendations.
- Communicate effectively with operating, technical and other maintenance groups to ensure optimum utilization of resources.
- Improve mechanical and maintenance systems and procedures by evaluating new technology and recommending implementation where cost effective, and maintaining communications with suppliers and other operations.
- Apply understanding of reliability centered maintenance, root cause analysis, Maintenance planning and scheduling, vibration analysis, lube oil analysis, infrared analysis, failure analysis, non-destructive testing and evaluation and trades work and tools.
- Provide project management services as required including solutions options, benefit, risk and cost determination, project justification, scope definition, scope challenge, appropriations requisitions, project management, construction management, cost control and commissioning
- Fill in and provide coverage for other staff personnel as required to enhance his/her career development.
- Provide guidance, mentorship and technical support to Engineers in Training.
- Communicate effectively with other colleagues and supervisor(s) about assigned tasks and ensuring carryover and updates of completed tasks.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of environmental risks and hazards as well as comply with safety policies and procedures (MSHA and Red Dog EMS training) and ensure daily workplace inspections are done in order to accurately identify and correct workplace hazards.
- Ensure compliance with all established policies and standard operating procedures and advises coworkers and visitors of such policies and procedures as required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree (Science/Engineering with Mechanical or related specialization), or equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Maintenance Engineering preferably in a Mining or Mill environment.
- Must be proficient in MS Office Suite and Windows environment and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting with advanced abilities in MS Excel.
- Project work exposure is an asset.
- Maintenance experience in a mill/mine environment would be considered a significant asset.
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Capable of working with all levels of the organization and in a team environment.
- Excellent communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate ideas and communicate needs in a concise manner.
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks.
Working Conditions:
- Access: Fly in, fly out
- Schedule: We offer a two-weeks on / two-weeks off rotational schedule to support a healthy work-life balance.
- Accommodation: Our modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.
- Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.
Why Teck
At Teck, your work matters - to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.
Apply with us
Take the next step in your career by applying for the Mechanical Engineer role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Requisition ID: 54667 | Job Category: Engineering | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site
Closing Date: November 8, 2026
Location: Red Dog Mine, AK, United States
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
About Red Dog
Red Dog Operations is both the largest critical minerals mine in the United States and one of the largest zinc mines in the world. In 1982, Red Dog was developed through a partnership between Teck and the land-owner NANA, an Alaska Native corporation owned by the Iñupiat of northwest Alaska. The partnership between Teck and NANA ensures real benefits for the local Iñupiat community, while recognizing there is still more to do as we advance our commitment to sustainable practices and meaningful engagement.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Team Leader Reliability, the Mechanical Engineer is primarily accountable for providing mechanical engineering support to Red Dog Operations, including engineering expertise, project management and engineering design service.
Key Responsibilities
- Complete assigned work in a professional manner, including necessary measurements, calculations, analyses, interpretations, reporting and recommendations.
- Communicate effectively with operating, technical and other maintenance groups to ensure optimum utilization of resources.
- Improve mechanical and maintenance systems and procedures by evaluating new technology and recommending implementation where cost effective, and maintaining communications with suppliers and other operations.
- Apply understanding of reliability centered maintenance, root cause analysis, Maintenance planning and scheduling, vibration analysis, lube oil analysis, infrared analysis, failure analysis, non-destructive testing and evaluation and trades work and tools.
- Provide project management services as required including solutions options, benefit, risk and cost determination, project justification, scope definition, scope challenge, appropriations requisitions, project management, construction management, cost control and commissioning
- Fill in and provide coverage for other staff personnel as required to enhance his/her career development.
- Provide guidance, mentorship and technical support to Engineers in Training.
- Communicate effectively with other colleagues and supervisor(s) about assigned tasks and ensuring carryover and updates of completed tasks.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of environmental risks and hazards as well as comply with safety policies and procedures (MSHA and Red Dog EMS training) and ensure daily workplace inspections are done in order to accurately identify and correct workplace hazards.
- Ensure compliance with all established policies and standard operating procedures and advises coworkers and visitors of such policies and procedures as required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor Degree (Science/Engineering with Mechanical or related specialization), or equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Maintenance Engineering preferably in a Mining or Mill environment.
- Must be proficient in MS Office Suite and Windows environment and able to thrive in a fast-paced setting with advanced abilities in MS Excel.
- Project work exposure is an asset.
- Maintenance experience in a mill/mine environment would be considered a significant asset.
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
- Capable of working with all levels of the organization and in a team environment.
- Excellent communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to articulate ideas and communicate needs in a concise manner.
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks.
Working Conditions:
- Access: Fly in, fly out
- Schedule: We offer a two-weeks on / two-weeks off rotational schedule to support a healthy work-life balance.
- Accommodation: Our modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. All meals are provided, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.
- Culture: At Red Dog, we believe in fostering a safe and healthy environment for all our employees. We are proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace and will include a drug test as part of our hiring process.
Why Teck
At Teck, your work matters - to the world, to our communities and to your future.
As a leading Canadian resource company, we focus on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities and land that we love. We do this guided by our values that, together, form The Teck Way. At Teck, you’ll find purpose-driven work, a culture of respect and inclusion, and the opportunity to grow your career while helping build a better world.
Apply with us
Take the next step in your career by applying for the Mechanical Engineer role. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free hiring process. Accommodations are available upon request, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Requisition ID: 54667 | Job Category: Engineering | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Location: Red Dog | Workplace Type: #LI - On-site