Mechanical Engineer (incl graduates)

Orana Engineering; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly RDO

Accrued hours program

Mentorship & career development

Job summary

Orana Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Mackay team, commencing January 2027. The role blends office-based design with site-based project management on mining and heavy industrial projects.

You will grow under senior and RPEQ engineers, applying your mechanical engineering skills from concept through to completion while delivering practical, safe, and efficient solutions in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Mining/oil & gas or heavy industrial sector experience beneficial.
• RPEQ status is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture across all projects.
• Perform mechanical engineering design including pumping, piping and structural.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Australian Standards and industry best practices.
• Utilise design software (AutoCAD, Inventor, Advance Steel, Plant 3D, SPACE GASS).
• Manage and support multidisciplinary project management, ensuring scope, budgets and schedules.
• Guide junior engineers and collaborate with clients, vendors and internal teams.
• Participate in onsite and office-based works throughout project lifecycle.

Skills

Mechanical design

Pumping systems

Piping design

Structural design

AutoCAD

Inventor

Plant 3D

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical)

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Advance Steel

Plant 3D

SPACE GASS

Job description

Are you a motivated Mechanical Engineer looking to grow your career?

Orana Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our close-knit team of forward-thinking engineers based in Mackay, commencing in January 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or experienced engineer to contribute to high impact projects across the mining and heavy industrial sectors while developing your technical capabilities.

About The Position

In this full-time role, you’ll report directly to the Engineering Manager and play a key role in the delivery of multidisciplinary projects across the mining and heavy industrial sectors.

This position offers a rewarding balance of office-based design and site-based project management, where you’ll apply your growing expertise to solve engineering challenges and manage project delivery from concept through to completion. You’ll have the opportunity to grow under the mentorship of senior and RPEQ engineers, and develop your professional capabilities to define your career path.

Why Orana?

• Career development & mentorship: Receive guidance from our experienced senior and RPEQ qualified engineers while you build your technical knowledge, project management skills and professional capabilities.
• High impact projects: Work alongside major industry leaders in the mining and heavy industrial sectors and deliver engineering solutions vital to their operations, making a real impact for our clients.
• Real world experience: Balance your learning between theoretical and practical applications with office-based design and project coordination, and site visits to our clients operations.
• Career Growth: Build your technical expertise and professional skills, gain industry recognised credentials, and shape your career path with clear opportunities for progression.
• A supportive community: Thrive in a close-knit team that values your personal growth, success and collaboration.
• Social program: Enjoy our Orana funded social program with employee run events that welcomes partners and families.
• Location: Mackay is a fantastic place to live and work, with ready access to recreational activities and character often lost in major capital cities.
• Salary: Receive a competitive salary commensurate with your skills and experience.
• Monthly RDO: Enjoy a rostered day off each month to rest and recharge.
• Accrued hours program: We offer an accrued hours program for all our employees to take advantage of flexible time off arrangements.

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture across all projects.
• Perform mechanical engineering design including pumping, piping and structural.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Australian Standards, regulations, and industry best practices (AS1170, AS1418, AS1657, AS2033, AS4041, AS4024, AS4100, ASME B31 and more).
• Utilise industry standard engineering design software and tools (AutoCAD, Inventor, Advance Steel, Plant 3D, SPACE GASS, Pipe Flow Expert, AutoPIPE, 3D scanning, etc). Similar software experience is welcomed.
• Perform engineering audits, inspections and design reviews, prepare reports and deliver technical presentations.
• Manage and support all facets of project management of various multidisciplinary projects, ensuring scope, budgets and deliverable schedules are met, and maintain professional communication with the client throughout the project.
• Support and guide junior engineers as part of a collaborative team environment.
• Participate in both onsite and office-based works throughout the project lifecycle, with opportunities to perform onsite works with high profile clients.
• Collaborate with clients, vendors and internal teams to deliver quality outcomes.
• Work alongside senior, principal and RPEQ engineers committed to continuously improving and delivering quality engineering services and solutions to our clients.

About You

You are a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate or experienced Mechanical Engineer ready to contribute to high quality projects in the mining and heavy industrial sectors.

You bring a combination of strong technical foundations, a keen eye for detail and practical problem-solving skills alongside the ability to clearly communicate complex ideas to both clients and colleagues.

You thrive in a role that balances hands‑on design and project management, and take ownership of projects to ensure successful outcomes. You enjoy getting out to visit client operations and value building long term client relationships, and are motivated to grow and progress in your career.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical), recognised by Engineers Australia.
• Experience in mining, oil and gas and heavy industrial sectors, or similar industries is beneficial.
• Working towards or already obtained RPEQ status is highly regarded.

About Us

Orana Engineering is a well-established, multidisciplinary design consultancy specialising in providing engineering solutions for various projects across the mining and heavy industrial sectors in Queensland. From mechanical and structural, to electrical and control systems, our team is capable of providing detailed design, drafting and engineering services for small to medium sized projects.

At Orana Engineering we recognise that what sets us apart from our competitors is how we effectively and efficiently perform brownfield projects that are common on an operating site. Orana Engineering is focused on building long‑term relationships with clients, understanding their operations and providing practical solutions. We adopt a “do it right the first time” approach to every project, ensuring efficiency, reliability and client satisfaction.

Orana Engineering has grown sustainably since our commencement in 2005 and now proudly operate from Townsville, Chinchilla and Mackay, with a total team of around 30 engineers and designers.

Learn more about Orana Engineering here:https://www.oranaeng.com.au/orana-engineering-profile

Applications close:Thursday 15th of October 2026

Anticipated start date:January 2027