Mechanical Engineer

Wave International Pty; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice for superannuation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

On-site facilities and modern office

Job summary

Wave International is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our Perth team, contributing to underground and surface mining projects, with emphasis on mineral processing, materials handling, and plant infrastructure.

Based in our modern Perth office, you will collaborate with engineers and project managers, develop designs and calculations, and participate in site inspections to ensure project success and practical execution.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified Mechanical Engineer with mining/mineral processing experience.
• Experience delivering mechanical designs that meet specs, safety, and QA requirements.
• Experience with materials handling, process plant equipment, piping, conveyors, and related plant infrastructure.
• Develop and review calculations, specs, reports, drawings, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to deliver practical engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical designs for underground and surface mining projects.
• Ensure designs comply with project specs, standards, safety, and QA processes.
• Attend site inspections to verify implementation and address issues.
• Develop engineering calculations, specs, and technical deliverables.
• Support project delivery through collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Mechanical design

Mining experience

Collaboration

Site inspections

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

At Wave Internationa l, we’re passionate about engineering the future by solving the world’s natural resource challenges. With over 25 years of global experience, we partner with clients to navigate complex mining and resource projects connecting traditional and emerging approaches to deliver practical, outcome-focused solutions across the project lifecycle.

From greenfield to operations, our Engineering, Project Delivery and Asset Management capabilities deliver end‑to‑end solutions from strategy and feasibility through to design, delivery and operational support across battery minerals, mineral sands, gold, bulk commodities and water, as well as broader sectors including agribusiness, industrial and ports.

We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join our growing team in Perth. In this role, you will contribute to a range of underground and surface mining projects, including mineral processing, materials handling and associated mining infrastructure.

In this role, you will be responsible for and have the following qualifications and/or skills:

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, with experience in mining, minerals processing and/or heavy industrial environments.
• Deliver mechanical engineering designs, ensuring compliance with project specifications, engineering standards, safety requirements and Quality Assurance processes.
• Technical experience across materials handling, bulk solids, process plant equipment, piping systems and mechanical design, including crushers, mills, pumps, conveyors and associated plant infrastructure.
• Develop and review engineering calculations, specifications, reports, drawings and other technical deliverables, ensuring accuracy and quality throughout the design process.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers and other stakeholders to develop practical engineering solutions, resolve technical challenges and support successful project delivery.
• Attend site inspections to verify design implementation, address site‑based issues and ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders across technical, project and management teams.

Why join Wave?

• Team Culture: Be part of a collaborative and inclusive environment where your ideas and efforts are valued.
• Career Development: Access opportunities to learn, grow, and build your skills through hands‑on experience and internal support.
• Salary Sacrifice options for superannuation and novated leasing.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their immediate family members including the following: Confidential counselling and support, Financial Coaching and Dietician Support.

Work from our modern QV1 office with access to:

• High‑class end‑of‑trip facilities.
• Wellness Centre (free Yoga, Pilates, etc.).
• Fully equipped gym.
• Rooftop basketball and tennis courts.

Please direct enquiries in confidence to:

Seda | Senior People & Culture Business Partner

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Our Commitment

At Wave International we believe great ideas stem from diverse teams and inclusive workplaces where everyone is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

We proudly acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live and work and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We recognise that reconciliation is an ongoing journey and are committed to taking meaningful action through respectful partnerships and opportunities for First Nations peoples.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds cultures, abilities, ages, and identities including Indigenous Australians, veterans, and those living with disability.

Only candidates eligible to work in Australia will be considered. We respectfully request no unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies.