Mechanical Engineer - Mineral Processing Plant Design & Commissioning

NEXMIN PTY LTD; City Of Stirling; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary packages

Access to subsidised cafe and gym

Flexible working hours

Job summary

NEXMIN PTY LTD, located in City Of Stirling, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in mineral processing plant design. This full-time permanent position requires a mix of office-based engineering and hands-on site involvement.

The successful candidate will provide support during commissioning and plant start-up, coordinate with teams, and deliver mechanical engineering design for various projects. The role initially involves FIFO work from Perth for 3-6 months.

At Nexmin, we offer competitive salary packages, a modern office environment, and opportunities for personal growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in minerals processing, preferably in engineering consultancy.
• Exposure to plant equipment and mechanical design.
• Ability to travel to site for commissioning assignments as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide site-based mechanical engineering support during commissioning.
• Identify and coordinate design modifications for operability.
• Deliver mechanical engineering design for processing projects.

Skills

Mechanical design

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Nexmin is a Perth based, multi-discipline engineering consultancy specialising in the delivery of industry-leading metallurgical and design solutions for mineral processing facilities.

Nexmin offer comprehensive engineering services across all major disciplines, from early-stage feasibility studies, including DFS level through to detailed design and full EPCM project delivery.

The Nexmin team possesses a long-standing history of collaboration spanning over 3 decades working together in various organisations. This sustained association has fostered a consistent and successful track record in delivering client-focused solutions through a collaborative approach.

The Role

Seeking Mechanical Engineers with a background in mineral processing plant design who enjoy seeing projects through from concept to operation.

The role offers a unique blend of office-based engineering and hands-on site involvement.

Reporting to the Mechanical Engineering Manager you will provide site based mechanical engineering support during commissioning and plant start-up activities. Verify equipment installation and operation, trouble-shoot mechanical issues, coordinate with operations and construction teams, support performance testing, manage punch-list closure and facilitate the safe handover.

Following commissioning, you will return to a Perth-based engineering role supporting ongoing and future projects.

The role is offered on a full-time permanent basis. Initially starting off on site, FIFO Perth, 2/1 roster for a period of 3-6 months.

Brief Duties

Site

• Raise site queries where installation differs from design
• Identify design improvements or modifications required for operability and maintainability
• Coordinate field modifications with the engineering team
• Review and approve minor design changes within authority limits
• Manage punch-list closure activities
• Maintain commissioning records and test sheets
• Capture lessons learned for future projects
• Assist in development of as-built documentation
• Support handover to operations and maintenance teams

Office

• Deliver mechanical engineering design for mineral processing and/or materials handling projects
• Develop mechanical equipment specifications and data sheets
• Prepare calculations, reports and technical documentation
• Participate in feasibility studies, concept design and detailed engineering
• Review vendor documentation and technical submissions
• Coordinate with multi-discipline drafting teams
• Support procurement, construction and commissioning activitiesConduct site inspections and field engineering support as required
• Contribute to safety in design and risk review processes
• Ensure designs comply with relevant Australian and industry standards
• Support project delivery to budget and schedule requirements

Criteria

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years' experience in minerals processing, preferably with an engineering consultancy or project delivery environment
• Exposure to plant equipment and mechanical design
• Previous involvement in plant commissioning, start-up or operational support - Advantageous
• Ability to travel to site for commissioning assignments as required
• Good communication and teamwork skills

What Nexmin Offer

• Competitive salary packages with regular market analysis
• A modern office in Osborne Park with access to end of trip facilities
• Access to subsidised cafe, restaurant and gym/fitness classes
• Fortnightly pay
• Flexible start and finish times allowing for great work life balance
• Regular team events and social activities
• Collaborative and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities to work on meaningful, impactful projects

Nexmin is built on a commitment to the core values which guide the team and support the corporate directives.

Nexmin Values - Health & Safety - Client Focus - Innovation & Quality - Valuing the People - Honesty & Integrity - Respect for the Community and Environment.