Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

• Perth based role
• Monday to Friday roster
• 12 month duration

About the client

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our personnel, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role.

About the Position

We’re seeking an accomplished Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in the design and delivery of bulk materials handling systems, mineral processing plants, and critical mine infrastructure. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional with 10+ years’ experience supporting major resources and mining projects across study, design, and execution phases.

Key responsibilities

• Provided mechanical engineering support for bulk materials handling systems, mineral processing plants and associated mining infrastructure across resource development projects.
• Contributed to engineering studies, concept development, feasibility studies, detailed design and project execution phases.
• Supported the design and specification of bulk materials handling equipment and systems, including conveyors, transfer chutes, feeders, crushers, screens and associated material transfer equipment, where applicable.
• Reviewed mechanical engineering drawings, equipment specifications, technical documentation and design deliverables to ensure compliance with project requirements and applicable engineering standards.
• Coordinated with multidisciplinary engineering teams, including process, structural, civil, electrical and instrumentation disciplines, to ensure effective integration of mechanical systems.
• Managed and coordinated engineering designers to deliver mechanical layouts, general arrangement drawings, equipment layouts and construction documentation.
• Participated in technical reviews, design reviews, hazard assessments and risk assessments to identify and resolve engineering issues.
• Assisted with equipment selection, technical evaluations, vendor documentation reviews and procurement activities for mechanical equipment packages.
• Supported the development of equipment layouts and mechanical systems for greenfield mineral processing plants and mining infrastructure projects.
• Provided technical input into equipment sizing, material flow requirements, maintainability, accessibility and operational efficiency.
• Identified opportunities to improve equipment reliability, maintenance access, safety and lifecycle performance during the engineering design process.
• Liaised with clients, suppliers, equipment vendors and construction teams to resolve technical queries and support project delivery.
• Supported project schedules, engineering deliverables and design milestones to ensure work was completed in accordance with project requirements.
• Provided engineering support during construction, installation, commissioning and project handover, where required.

Skills and experience

• Experience in resource development projects.
• Experience in the engineering of bulk materials handling equipment and systems within mining and resources environments.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary project team including managing designers.
• Experience on processing plant projects in greenfield environments, would be highly regarded.
• If you’re looking to contribute your expertise to complex, high-value projects and thrive in a collaborative engineering environment, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more. Choosing WorkPac is always a Good Move.

At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.

WorkPac Principal Consultant: Sara Mason on 08 9201 6243 or [email protected] quoting job reference number 7469J20268251