Field Engineer Mechanical

Job summary

The Field Engineer provides on-site support for mechanical installations, piping work, and equipment reliability in mining and port operations. Responsibilities include maintaining technical documentation, performing inspections, and supporting the commissioning of rotating and fixed equipment.

Job details

Boreal Mining Equipment is hiring a Field Engineer (Mechanical) for a contract assignment supporting a client's mining and port operations in Quebec. Start date: October 1, 2026. About Boreal Mining Equipment Boreal bridges the gap between field operations and manufacturing, aligning on-site realities with equipment design and production to improve efficiency and reliability for mining operations. Location and rotation Based in Quebec, with travel to Port-Cartier on a fly-in / fly-out basis as required (flights from MTL). Rotation of 3 weeks in, 1 week out. 160 hours worked per 3-week rotation, scheduled in consultation with the site manager. 10-hour day shifts, as required by site operations. Travel days are not counted as working days unless otherwise agreed in writing. What you will do Support client assignments in the field, coordinating with site, maintenance and engineering teams. Carry out field follow-up on mechanical installations, equipment and piping work, and report on site conditions. Prepare and maintain technical documentation (inspection reports, as-built mark-ups, punch lists). Provide inspection support and verify mechanical work against drawings, specifications and manufacturer requirements. Support commissioning, troubleshooting and reliability improvement of rotating and fixed equipment (conveyors, pumps, screens, crushers, material-handling and port equipment). Provide project and operational support as required. What we are looking for Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline. Registered and in good standing with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ). Experience in mining, heavy industry, or industrial construction projects. Comfortable working a FIFO rotation at remote sites in Quebec. Working knowledge of mechanical codes and standards (ASME, CSA), and industrial site safety requirements (CNESST). Strong technical documentation and communication skills. French is an asset. What we provide Leased shared accommodation for the duration of the assignment. Shared Vehicle provided for site transportation at Port-Cartier. Laptop and cell phone. Quebec statutory holidays, with overtime and rest and meal periods applied in accordance with Quebec labour standards.

What you’ll do

The Field Engineer provides on-site support for mechanical installations, piping work, and equipment reliability in mining and port operations. Responsibilities include maintaining technical documentation, performing inspections, and supporting the commissioning of rotating and fixed equipment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and be a member in good standing with the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ). Experience in mining or heavy industry and familiarity with ASME, CSA, and CNESST standards are required.

Benefits

• Leased Shared Accommodation
• Shared Vehicle
• Laptop
• Cell Phone
• Statutory Holidays

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Mechanical Engineering
• Field Inspection
• Technical Documentation
• Commissioning
• Troubleshooting
• Rotating Equipment
• Fixed Equipment
• ASME Standards
• CSA Standards
• CNESST Safety Requirements
• Project Support
• Piping Work

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Construction
• Logistics