Lead Mechanical Engineer - Mineral Processing

About the role

GR Engineering Services Limited (GRES), a process engineering consulting and contracting company serving the mining and mineral processing industries, is looking for an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join its engineering team. Based in the Ascot office, the engineer works with a multidisciplinary team on projects across Australia covering commodities such as gold, copper and iron ore, with some site visits depending on project needs.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a project team to meet design budgets and schedules, giving technical direction and coordination
• Help lead designers develop layouts and conceptual designs, and complete detailed mechanical designs and calculations
• Review mechanical drawings and vendor documentation, and prepare or review data sheets, scopes and tender evaluations for equipment procurement
• Manage internal and client design reviews, resolve outcomes and act in a client-facing way
• Ensure designs comply with statutory regulations and company standards, and are fit for purpose in terms of cost, constructability, operability and maintainability
• Support site construction remotely and work with commissioning teams on site

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering recognised by the Institute of Engineers Australia
• At least 10 years of technical and practical experience designing, constructing and commissioning mineral processing plants, including multi-discipline design delivery
• Understanding of design theories and practices, including sizing conveyors, pumps and other mineral processing equipment
• Ability to contribute to conceptual layouts through to detailed designs and drawings
• Experience in both wet and dry plants
• Hands-on leader comfortable managing a multiskilled project team
• Current national police clearance, White Card and full, unrestricted Australian working rights

Required skills

• Proficiency in typical engineering software, especially Excel, Word and 3D viewing software
• Knowledge of current engineering design standards and practice
• Strong written communication, planning and organisational skills

What we offer

• Weekly pay and attractive remuneration
• Employee Assistance Program and well-being assistance, free for the whole family
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave for primary caregivers
• Onsite parking and end-of-trip facilities
• Stretch opportunities, direct mentorship and a supportive team environment