Lead Mechanical Engineer

Ausenco; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement through training

Flexible working hours

Work-from-home arrangements

Holistic wellness programs

Accessible leadership team

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to deliver innovative engineering designs in Brisbane. The role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least 10 years of experience, and strong leadership skills. This position offers opportunities for career advancement, work-life balance, and a commitment to employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in an EPCM environment.
• Experience with copper, gold, nickel or base metals is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver multi-disciplinary engineering designs and feasibility studies.
• Prepare technical reports related to design issues.
• Manage and review Engineering Work Packages (EWP).
• Review and approve mechanical technical deliverables.

Skills

Detailed design of mineral processing plants

Leadership and client liaison skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Excellent written and verbal communication

Safety principles and standards understanding

Education

Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering

RPEQ accreditation

Job description

Ausenco is a fast‑growing company that redefines what’s possible in complex projects and tough environments. We deliver innovative, value‑added consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions across 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide.

Our team is growing and we are currently recruiting for a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Brisbane office.

About the role

• Be a key contributor to the delivery of multi‑disciplinary engineering designs and feasibility studies.
• Deliver technical solutions in accordance with project scope, timeframes and best practice standards.
• Prepare technical reports related to design issues.
• Develop a thorough understanding of the project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule.
• Develop the mechanical work plan for inclusion into the project specific execution plan.
• Manage and review Engineering Work Packages (EWP) associated with all deliverables and time‑based functions to ensure that budgets and schedules are being met, and take corrective action if necessary.
• Review and approve mechanical technical deliverables (specifications, datasheets, drawings, etc.).
• Assist in the preparation and development of project specific procedures.
• Ensure that company‑approved design tools, software and relevant codes and standards are used on the project.

About you

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering & RPEQ accreditation.
• Experience in the detailed design of mineral processing plants.
• Experience with copper, gold, nickel or base metals is highly advantageous.
• 10+ years in an EPCM environment.
• Extremely well‑developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and client liaison skills.
• Strong deliverable focus and ability to plan the work.
• Excellent understanding and belief in safety principles, standards and legislation.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Why Ausenco?

• Career advancement – Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities.
• Work‑life balance – Empowered to enjoy your life outside of the office with flexible working hours, work‑from‑home arrangements and modern leave policies, including paid parental leave and floating public holiday programs.
• Holistic approach to wellness – Proactive approach to overall wellbeing. Access confidential services such as online health and fitness programmes, financial coaching and confidential counselling services.
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable market leaders who value your contribution.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Need support with your application?
We’re committed to making our recruitment process inclusive, accessible, and supportive of all identities and lived experiences. If you would benefit from adjustments or additional support due to personal circumstances, or would like a confidential conversation about accessibility, please contact Jamie McErvale (he/him), Senior Business Partner – People & Performance, at [e-mail].

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