Senior / Intermediate Mechanical Engineer - Mining Materials Handling

About the role

A Perth-based engineering office is seeking an intermediate to senior mechanical engineer to support the delivery of a major iron ore brownfields project. You will work on mechanical engineering activities for materials handling and brownfields infrastructure, collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams.

Key responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering support across materials handling packages
• Work on brownfields modifications and upgrades within an operating mining environment
• Prepare and review mechanical engineering calculations, specifications and technical documentation
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, vendors and project stakeholders
• Support design reviews and technical problem-solving
• Undertake occasional site visits as required
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet project, safety and quality requirements

Required profile

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering
• Ideally 7-10 years' experience; candidates with 3+ years of relevant experience will also be considered
• Previous experience in the mining and resources sector
• Permanent residency or citizenship within Australia is required for all applicants

Required skills

• Strong exposure to materials handling equipment and systems
• Experience on iron ore and/or brownfields projects highly regarded
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary project environment

What we offer

• Anticipated duration of 12 months
• Perth-based office role with a busy project team and strong forward workload
• Significant exposure to materials handling scope