Mechanical Engineer – Mining, Resources & Industrial

About the role

Aurecon is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join its Mining, Resources & Industrial team in Brisbane. You will work alongside experienced engineers to deliver innovative solutions across mining, minerals processing, bulk materials handling and industrial projects.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical engineering designs, calculations and technical analysis for mining and industrial projects.
• Prepare engineering deliverables such as reports, equipment specifications, data sheets, design calculations, 3D models and construction drawings.
• Support design and optimisation of bulk materials handling systems, including conveyors, transfer chutes, stackers and reclaimers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and clients to develop practical, high‑quality engineering solutions.
• Participate in site inspections, project scoping, commissioning activities and technical workshops.
• Contribute to studies, proposals, project estimates and business development opportunities.

Required profile

• Relevant qualifications in Mechanical Engineering and eligibility for RPEQ registration.
• Experience delivering mechanical engineering projects in mining, minerals processing, bulk materials handling, manufacturing or industrial sectors.
• Knowledge of bulk materials handling equipment such as conveyors, chutes, hoppers, reclaimers, stackers, feeders and loading facilities.
• Strong problem‑solving and engineering design capability with a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Required skills

• Sidewinder, BeltAnalyst, Rocky DEM
• Inventor, Fusion 360
• MATLAB, Python, VBA