Lead Mechanical Engineer - Mining & Resources

About the role

Aurecon is looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer for its Industrial, Mining & Resources team based in Brisbane. You will contribute to projects and programs that deliver infrastructure and assets for mining and resources clients, working in a team that welcomes diverse ideas and focuses on people and outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with clients to deliver practical engineering solutions across complex mining and resources projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve technical challenges and deliver integrated project outcomes.
• Build client relationships, guide technical discussions and align design solutions with project goals, operational needs and commercial drivers.
• Guide and review the work of engineers and designers, ensuring high-quality mechanical design, procurement documentation, 3D models and construction deliverables.
• Support emerging engineers through coaching, mentoring and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to winning work by preparing proposals, engineering estimates and capital cost assessments.

Required profile

• Mechanical Engineering qualifications and RPEQ registration, or eligibility to obtain it.
• Strong mechanical engineering experience delivering projects in mining, manufacturing, oil and gas, energy or related sectors.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering teams across the project lifecycle, from concept development through detailed design and construction support.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality engineering solutions in technically complex environments.

Required skills

• Understanding of industry standards, regulations and engineering practices for industrial facilities.
• Ability to think strategically, evaluate options and develop practical solutions.
• Proven experience applying project delivery methodologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication, able to explain technical concepts and influence stakeholders.
• Collaborative leadership approach.

Aurecon is an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. It welcomes applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements.