Mechanical Engineer

RGIT Australia; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MCA Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a materials handling background to join our Thornton, NSW team on a full-time basis. You will focus on design calculations, risk assessments, and feasibility studies for medium to high complexity material handling projects.

You will contribute to early design concepts, develop layouts and models, and collaborate with drafting and workshop teams to ensure technical requirements are met on-site at mining and bulk materials facilities across

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Structural, Civil or Mechanical Eng.
• Experience in mechanical, civil, or electrical projects
• Leadership or strong involvement in project control/document management
• Experience in materials handling design
• Ability to read multi-disciplinary technical documents

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigative engineering for new or modified materials handling systems
• Develop conceptual layouts and models
• Assist in feasibility studies and early-stage design reviews
• Liaise with drafting and workshop teams on technical requirements
• Contribute to preliminary documentation, risk assessments, and scope development

Skills

Materials handling design

Feasibility studies

Concept design

Engineering calculations

Project control

Education

Degree or Diploma in Engineering

Job description

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 10 Sep 2026

Description

MCA Engineering is a leading company in delivering innovative and expert advice to the mineral and energy sectors Australia Wide. MCA Engineering believes that it is important to continually achieve excellence within their own organisation, with the success of the company being built around the experience, knowledge and skills of its people.

MCA Engineering has significant experience within the mining, industrial and construction sectors. The experienced management team allows MCA to provide a total industry solution to their customer base in the mining industry across Australia with many great examples of eclectic and challenging projects ranging from small to large.

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a materials handling background based in Thornton, NSW. This role focuses on design calculations, and risk assessments of medium to high complexity level.

You’ll be supporting the early stages of several upcoming projects, helping to shape the design approach, identify engineering risks, and validate system concepts.

MCA Previous Projects include:

• Manufacturing winding systems
• Rising mains
• Conveyance design and manufacture
• Ore pass design and installation
• Passive mooring systems oil and gas
• FRP Projects

Responsibilities:

• Conduct investigative engineering for new or modified materials handling systems
• Develop conceptual layouts and models
• Assist in feasibility studies and early-stage design reviews
• Liaise with drafting and workshop teams on technical requirements
• Contribute to preliminary documentation, risk assessments, and scope development

About you:

• A Degree or Diploma in in Structural, Civil, Mechanical Engineering
• Proven experience in mechanical, civil, or electrical projects, with a strong preference for candidates who have held leadership roles or demonstrated extensive involvement in project control and document management.
• Experience in materials handling design (mining, bulk materials, conveyors, etc.)
• Skilled in modelling and engineering calculations
• Strong experience in concept design, feasibility studies, and investigative engineering
• Ability to read and interpret (multi-disciplinary) technical documents and plans
• Familiar with relevant Australian and Industry Standards.
• Team player and able to develop and foster constructive relationships.
• A can-do attitude with the drive to succeed.
• Ability to work autonomously when required.
• High-level of attention to detail
• Ability to work on a mine site against a 2-1 roster.

Benefits of Working for MCA:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Positive team environment
• Personal and professional growth
• A strong commitment to workplace safety
• To become a key member of a growing company