Mechanical Engineering Manager, Evansville, IN

About the role

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

All staffing agency inquiries must be directed exclusively to internal recruiter Matt Bachman at. Direct contact from agencies to other employees is not permitted.

Frontier-Kemper, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking an Mechanical Engineering Manager for our home office in Evansville, Indiana.

About the role

As an Mechanical Engineering Manager at Frontier-Kemper, you will have the opportunity to:

• 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.

Our Vision

We strive 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.

Frontier-Kemper builds extraordinary projects, which need exceptional talent. Join us, to help build the critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

Equal Opportunity Employer